Senior Backend Engineer

Who is Recruiting from Scratch:

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Staff Software Engineer, Video

Location: Remote (US & Canada)
Company Stage of Funding: Series B
Office Type: Remote
Salary: $185,000 - $240,000 USD
Equity: Competitive RSUs
Company Description

Our client is reinventing how remote teams work by building virtual offices that replicate the energy and culture of in-person collaboration. With $77M in funding from top-tier investors like Sequoia, Y Combinator, and Index Ventures, their mission is to create a seamless, immersive experience that blends the best of physical office life with the flexibility of remote work.

Their team of 50+ people is solving one of the most fascinating and technically demanding challenges: integrating complex systems like video, messaging, and digital presence into a single, cohesive platform-without the need for VR headsets. Despite rapid growth and strong backing, the company remains lean and product-focused, offering a rare opportunity to join a team where every individual has meaningful ownership and impact.
What You Will Do

As a Staff Software Engineer on the Video Infrastructure team , you will be responsible for building the backbone of a product that enables spontaneous, high-quality, real-time interaction among thousands of users globally. You'll own the design and development of cutting-edge video systems that power interactive virtual spaces, from one-on-one meetings to large-group gatherings.

Your responsibilities will include:
•  Delivering ultra-low-latency, high-fidelity video that performs well across varied network conditions
•  Architecting and implementing advanced SFU-cascading to scale video across global data centers
•  Optimizing backend video systems to gracefully handle bandwidth drops, CPU constraints, and congestion
•  Designing tools and instrumentation to monitor, test, and ensure system reliability and performance
•  Building automated test suites for continuous verification of system performance
•  Collaborating cross-functionally with product and infrastructure teams to drive innovation in virtual presence tech Ideal Candidate Background

We're looking for candidates who bring 8-12 years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on real-time video technologies. You should have:
•  Deep experience building and maintaining WebRTC-based systems in production
•  A strong understanding of how to scale and architect group video call platforms (e.g. Zoom, Clubhouse, Daily, etc.)
•  Previous experience working at a venture-backed startup (
•  The ability to communicate clearly and collaborate in fast-paced, remote teams
•  A self-motivated, problem-solving mindset and comfort with ambiguity Preferred
•  Familiarity with technologies including WebRTC, Python, Go, TypeScript, and Node.js
•  Experience with SFU design and implementation
•  Background in building tools that enable better system monitoring and diagnostics
•  Strong prioritization and decision-making skills in startup environments
•  Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field (a plus, not required) Compensation, Benefits, and Other Perks
•   Salary: $185,000 - $240,000 USD
•   Equity: Competitive RSU package
•   Work Type: Remote (US & Canada only)
•   Visa Sponsorship: Available (TN or transfer options)
•   Benefits Include:
•  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
•  401(k) with matching program
•  Generous PTO and mental health days
•  Meal stipends, education & wellness allowances
•  Family planning and gender-affirmation support
•  A virtual office environment that supports deep work and fun, spontaneous collaboration