Software Engineer - Backend

Driver

Remote regions

US

Salary range

$175,000–$275,000/yr

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

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Key Responsibilities:

  • Build and scale backend systems, focusing on data models, VCS integrations, and web servers for core product functionality.
  • Design and maintain internal APIs for the web app and external APIs for MCP products, ensuring scalability and clean contracts.
  • Interface with transpiler, frontend, and DevOps teams on architectural decisions, task orchestration, and distributed deployment.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with 3-5 years of backend engineering experience.
  • Proficient in Python and a statically typed language, with strong skills in distributed systems, API design, and relational databases.
  • Embraces AI-assisted development, using agentic tools to accelerate delivery while applying architectural judgment.

Benefits and Culture:

  • Offers competitive compensation with cash and equity, plus a flexible remote or Austin-based work culture.
  • Provides unlimited PTO, 12 paid holidays, and comprehensive health, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and 401(k) benefits.
  • Fosters a fast-paced, collaborative environment with quarterly team offsites, emphasizing impact on AI and software collaboration.

Driver

Driver builds systems that turn source code into human language, creating a context layer for employees and AI agents in software development. It is an early-stage, fast-growing Y Combinator and Google Ventures-backed startup that values delivery speed, flexibility, and a close-knit team culture.

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