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As a Backend Engineering Manager, you'll lead a team in developing high-traffic Node.js applications and refining backend services while mentoring staff and collaborating with stakeholders.
Join System1 as a Backend Engineering Manager and become a pivotal part of one of the
largest mapping applications in the world, MapQuest. At System1, you'll enjoy the dynamic
atmosphere of a startup with the benefits of a well-established, profitable company. You'll be at
the helm of a small but high-caliber team responsible for developing, deploying, and refining
sophisticated, responsive web applications and backend services.
Your role will demand a blend of technical mastery, primarily focusing on backend development
and distributed system design, with the leadership finesse to drive a team towards innovation.
We're seeking someone with an entrepreneurial spirit, a collaborative nature, and the ability to
inspire through positive, clear communication.
At MapQuest, you'll contribute to a brand that's both familiar and forward-moving. Our team is
dedicated to creating map experiences that resonate with users, guided by our mission to
“Empower people to find what they need and how to get there”. If you're ready to take
ownership, thrive in autonomy, and excel across the tech stack, we're eager to welcome you
aboard our growth journey. Let's redefine the way the world uses maps together!
The Role You Will Have:
- Play a pivotal role in evolving a renowned and cherished brand by collaborating closely with stakeholders on planning and prioritization.
- Embody the role of both a leader and active contributor, leading and inspiring a team of talented software engineers by providing clear guidance, setting achievable goals, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning, while actively participating in coding and project development.
- Actively engage in the professional growth and development of your team through mentoring, coaching, and providing opportunities for skill enhancement, aligning individual growth with organizational objectives.
- Design and craft Node.js services using modern technologies such as GraphQL and MongoDB, striking a balance between revitalizing legacy systems and developing fresh, innovative capabilities.
- Actively contribute to large web applications that serve a rich feature set to a large base of dedicated users (approximately 30MM monthly active users).
What You Will Bring:
- Proven track record in effective team management, demonstrating strong skills in leading, mentoring, and developing engineering teams in a dynamic and distributed work environment.
- 8+ years of hands-on experience building and deploying large, high traffic Node.js backend applications to production.
- Practical experience with GraphQL and MongoDB within a live production setting.
- A passion for pragmatically applying cutting-edge technology to address business challenges, while innovating to captivate users with exceptional experiences, excelling in a collaborative and agile environment.
- Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with product, design, and other engineering teams to deliver well-thought-out solutions with timely project outcomes.
- Operational knowledge of technologies such as AWS, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, and familiarity with programming languages and databases like Rust, Scala, Java, Redis, and Postgres.
- Adept at learning and applying new technologies, committed to keeping pace with the fast-evolving tech landscape to drive innovative development practices.
What We Have to Offer:
- Competitive salary + bonus + equity
- Generous PTO + 11 company holidays
- Open sick time
- 100% covered Medical, Dental, Vision for employees
- 401k with match
- Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
- Paid professional development
- Leadership & growth opportunities
- Virtual company and team building events
The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $133,000 - $199,500 + bonus + equity +
benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range
displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire
salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is
determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills,
experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the
specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note
that the compensation details listed in U.S. role postings reflect the base salary only, and
do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
System1’s headquarters is located in Marina del Rey, CA with an additional office in
Bellevue, WA. Employees near office locations are returning to
the office. Location-specific policies and available accommodations will be discussed
during the interview process.
System1 allows fully-remote work in the following approved locations: Arizona, Colorado,
Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon,
Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia. Prospective U.S. employees who live
outside of any of these states will need to establish residency in one of the approved
states prior to employment. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as applicable.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
System1 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for
employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to
race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran
status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring,
placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,
compensation and training.
Top Skills
AWS
Github Actions
GraphQL
Java
Kubernetes
MongoDB
Node.js
Postgres
Redis
Rust
Scala
System1 Marina del Rey, California, USA Office
We are located in the heart of LA's beaches, right in Marina del Rey.
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