Backend Engineer LATAM

The Opportunity

As a Backend Engineer, you'll be instrumental in architecting and developing the core systems that power our innovative legal platform. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-paced, growth-stage startup where your contributions directly shape the product and company trajectory. You'll work alongside a talented founding engineering team, building scalable solutions that tackle complex industry challenges.

What You'll Do

• Architect scalable systems Design and implement high-performance backend infrastructure using Python, Go, Rust, and WebAssembly
• Build cloud-native solutions Leverage AWS services including Amplify, LightSail, and Fargate to create robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure
• Manage data architecture Work across diverse database technologies including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and vector databases
• Drive product impact Collaborate directly with the founding engineering team to ship high-impact features that delight users
• Shape the vision Contribute to product strategy and technical direction as an early team member with substantial influence

What We're Looking For

• Strong proficiency in backend development with Python, Go, or Rust
• Experience building and deploying systems on AWS infrastructure
• Solid understanding of both relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases
• Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving priorities
• Excellent problem-solving skills and technical communication
• Enthusiasm for tackling complex problems in the legal tech space

Bonus Points

• Experience with WebAssembly
• Familiarity with vector databases
• Previous startup or early-stage company experience
• Interest in legal technology or regulatory compliance
• Track record of shipping products from zero to one

Why Join Us

• Meaningful impact Your work will directly transform an entire industry
• Ownership and autonomy Significant influence over technical decisions and product direction
• Founding team member Join at the ground floor with equity that reflects your early contribution
• Growth trajectory Recently funded with strong momentum and ambitious expansion plans
• Technical excellence Work with modern technologies and best practices in a collaborative environment

We believe diverse perspectives make better products. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Pay: 60K to 90K USD per year