Job Opportunities API

ABOUT PEARPOP Pearpop is redefining how brands harness creators to reach and inspire new audiences. As a full-service creative partner, we combine creative strategy, creator curation, and media amplification to deliver content that moves culture and drives results. With best-in-class creative, unmatched creator access, and a data-driven approach, we craft strategic, insight-driven campaigns backed by full-stack technology and performance media. Whether acting as a standalone creator solution or an extension of your team, Pearpop ensures every campaign is seamless, impactful, and culturally relevant. WORKING AT PEARPOP We're bringing together a smart and passionate team of creative builders to join us as we are a growth-stage, high-performance startup. In addition to competitive salaries, we have all the good stuff – equity, generous health and dental insurance, 401(k), and unlimited PTO. This is a hybrid position based in Los Angeles, CA. POSITION OVERVIEW As a Mid-level Full Stack Engineer, you’ll contribute to Pearpop’s platform by developing scalable back-end systems and integrating user-facing interfaces, with a primary focus on server-side applications using Node.js. You’ll design and implement RESTful APIs, optimize database performance, and ensure seamless front-end integration (using React or similar). Working closely with product, design, and talent teams, you’ll help build creator-centric features, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high code quality through code reviews. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, collaboration, and enthusiasm for the creator economy, with opportunities to grow under senior engineering mentorship. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Back-End Development: Develop and maintain server-side applications using Node.js, focusing on performance, scalability, and reliability for creator and brand workflows. - API Development: Design and implement RESTful APIs to support front-end services, creator tools, and brand integrations, ensuring low latency and high reliability. - Database Management: Work with database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB) and ORMs like Sequelize to build and optimize data models for efficient storage and retrieval. - Front-End Integration: Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate server-side logic with user-facing elements (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3), ensuring a cohesive user experience. - Performance Optimization: Optimize applications for speed and scalability, leveraging cloud platforms (GCP, AWS) to support high-volume creator interactions. - Security Implementation: Apply security and data protection measures (e.g., authentication via Gravitee, encryption) to safeguard user and creator data. - Troubleshooting and Debugging: Identify and resolve technical issues across back-end and front-end systems, ensuring optimal platform performance and minimal downtime. - Code Quality: Participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality, adhering to best practices and Pearpop’s engineering standards. - Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with product, design, and talent teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions aligned with Pearpop’s creator-centric vision. - Stay Current: Keep up with industry trends in back-end and full-stack development, incorporating relevant technologies to enhance Pearpop’s platform. REQUIREMENTS - Experience: 5+ years in software development, with 2+ years focused on back-end development using Node.js and 1+ years contributing to front-end development (React or similar). - Back-End Skills: - Proficiency in JavaScript and Node.js frameworks (e.g., Hono). - Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices. - Familiarity with database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite) and ORMs like Sequelize. - Knowledge of authentication systems (e.g., Gravitee, OAuth) and basic security practices. - Front-End Skills: B