# Software Engineer, Backend at Matter

- Company: Matter (YC S20)
- What the company does: Building the future of reading. Backed by Y Combinator and GV.
- Company website: https://getmatter.app
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Remote (US)
- Work setup: Remote
- Pay: $160K to $200K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2021-10-29
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/matter/jobs/X1HSDvK-software-engineer-backend
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/matter-software-engineer-backend/

## What they're looking for

- Are an experienced generalist who writes high-quality code
- Can own large pieces of work and solve whatever problems come your way
- Have designed APIs and built backend services for complex, consumer-grade products
- Are comfortable with Python/Django/SQL/AWS. Languages can be learned, but because we're small and will be counting on you to make big contributions quickly, familiarity with our stack is helpful. ML experience a plus
- Operate well in an early-stage environment where there's more change and less structure compared to a more mature company
- Are highly collaborative and an excellent communicator

Tags: Engineering