Pave · 8 hours ago
Software Engineer - Backend
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$167K/yr - $264K/yr
5+ years expPave is building the industry’s leading compensation platform, leveraging AI and machine learning to enhance compensation decision-making for over 8,500 companies. They are seeking passionate engineers to develop robust, data-rich systems that streamline complex compensation processes.
Human ResourcesReal TimeSaaSSoftware
Responsibilities
5+ years of backend engineering experience, ideally using modern web technologies such as TypeScript and Node.js (but not required), with at least 2 years building data-intensive applications
Strong understanding of secure data architecture: Expert in designing databases, optimizing queries, and processing large datasets efficiently and securely
Strong product intuition: You use customer needs to guide technical decisions and know when to prioritize fast iteration versus robust architecture
Execution-driven mindset: You thrive in fast-paced environments, bias toward action, and ship thoughtful solutions with maintainability and scalability in mind
Adaptability in ambiguity: You’re comfortable filling in gaps, validating direction through prototypes, and evolving your approach as you learn
Collaborative working style: You work well with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers, and care deeply about delivering value to users
Nice to have: Experience at B2B SaaS companies, especially during periods of rapid growth or platform expansion
Qualification
Required
5+ years of backend engineering experience, ideally using modern web technologies such as TypeScript and Node.js (but not required), with at least 2 years building data-intensive applications
Strong understanding of secure data architecture: Expert in designing databases, optimizing queries, and processing large datasets efficiently and securely
Strong product intuition: You use customer needs to guide technical decisions and know when to prioritize fast iteration versus robust architecture
Execution-driven mindset: You thrive in fast-paced environments, bias toward action, and ship thoughtful solutions with maintainability and scalability in mind
Adaptability in ambiguity: You're comfortable filling in gaps, validating direction through prototypes, and evolving your approach as you learn
Collaborative working style: You work well with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers, and care deeply about delivering value to users
Preferred
Experience at B2B SaaS companies, especially during periods of rapid growth or platform expansion
Benefits
Complete Health Coverage: Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for you and your family, with plenty of options to suit your needs
Time off & Flexibility: Flexible PTO and the ability to work from anywhere in the world for a month
Meals & Snacks: Lunch & dinner stipends as well as fully stocked kitchens to fuel you
Professional Development: Quarterly education stipend to continuously grow
Family Support: Robust parental leave to bond with your new family
Commuter Assistance: A commuter stipend to help you collaborate in person
Company
Pave
Pave is a market-leading compensation management platform.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (3)
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$162.95MKey Investors
Index VenturesY Combinator Continuity FundAndreessen Horowitz
2022-06-28Series C· $100M
2021-08-10Series B· $46M
2020-12-03Series A· $16M
Leadership Team
Matt Schulman
Founder and CEO
Chris Prinz
Data Science Manager
Recent News
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