Backend Software Engineer

Patreon is the best place for creators to build exclusive content and community for their fans. We enable creators (podcasters, writers, musicians, illustrators, etc) to connect with their fans directly and make money from their creative work. Creators can sell one-off items from their own shops or offer recurring monthly memberships with exclusive access to their work.

There are over 250,000 active creators earning on Patreon and over 10 million members. Our goal has always been to help creators achieve financial freedom doing what they love - and we're leaders in the space, having sent over $3.5 billion to creators since our inception. We’re continuing to invest heavily in building the most talented team in the Creator Economy and are looking for a  Software Engineer  to support our mission.

This role is based in SF and open to those who are able to be in-office 2 days per week on a hybrid work model.

About the Role

Patreon is seeking applications for backend engineers with a range of seniorities. Our interviewing process is not team specific, but you will be matched with a team before you need to make your decision about whether to accept an offer from us. Depending on your seniority, you will play an increasingly important role in the implementation, design, and architecture of backend code at Patreon. You will also play an increasingly important role in the leadership of your team’s projects and processes to ensure they are meeting your team’s specific business goals.

About You

• 3+ years of experience in backend software development experience.

• Strong experience with Python or a similar language.

• Strong understanding of software design patterns and principles

• Experience with relational databases (such as PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (such as Redis)

• Experience with container orchestration (such as Kubernetes)

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) practices

• Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deliver high-quality work on time

About Patreon

Patreon powers creators to do what they love and get paid by the people who love what they do. Our team is passionate about making this mission and our core values come to life every day in our work. Through this work, our Patronauts:

• Put Creators First | They’re the reason we’re here. When creators win, we win. 

• Build with Craft | We sign our name to every deliverable, just like the creators we serve.

• Make it Happen | We don’t quit. We learn and deliver. 

• Win Together | We grow as individuals. We win as a team.

Patreon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Patreon offers a competitive benefits package including and not limited to salary, equity plans, healthcare, unlimited paid time off, company holidays and recharge days, commuter benefits, lifestyle stipends, learning and development stipends, patronage, parental leave, and 401k plan with matching.

Compensation Range: $178.5K - $300K