As a Staff Backend Engineer at DualEntry, you will architect features and systems end-to-end at an incredible pace. This intense, hands-on role offers full ownership, designing and building the core backend systems and APIs that power our complex accounting logic as we build the next generation ERP.
What You'll Do
- Design and build core backend systems (Python preferred).
- Build APIs, services, and infrastructure that handle real-time, business-critical, and complex accounting logic.
- Launch production-ready features from scratch, including CI/CD pipelines and deployment.
- Work with product to turn complex finance workflows into performant, secure systems.
- Manage complexity in a business-logic-heavy product, including data migrations and scale challenges.
- Integrate third-party tools and external systems, proactively managing edge cases and risk.
- Own your work from architecture to testing, monitoring, and post-release care.
What We're Looking For
- Hardcore work ethic and high agency.
- 8+ years of experience in backend engineering (language agnostic).
- Deep experience with complex business logic products.
- Experience deploying on AWS (or similar cloud infrastructure).
- Strong database skills: PostgreSQL, SQL, ORMs, migrations, schema design.
- Experience building and testing robust APIs.
- Solid understanding of software lifecycle, CI/CD, and production-readiness.
- Ability to manage complex systems with evolving requirements.
- Fluent in English (C1+) with strong written and verbal communication.
Nice to Have
- Python and a modern web framework (FastAPI, Flask, or Django) is a plus.
Technical Stack
- Python, PostgreSQL, SQL
- AWS
- FastAPI, Flask, Django
Team & Environment
This is a small team, growing fast. You will operate in a high-speed, high-trust culture with urgency and ownership.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $110,000 - $185,000 + equity: $40,000 - $60,000.
- Significant equity ownership.
- 27 PTO days (including public holidays).
- Visa sponsorship option for relocation to NYC within 2+ years.
- Learning & development budget for courses, certifications, and language learning.
- Work where you feel most productive at co-working spaces or from your home office with support for setup, internet, and phone.
Work Mode
This is a remote position requiring work hours with overlap to our New York City HQ (EST).
At DualEntry, we believe great products come from diverse teams. We’re an equal opportunity employer, and we’re committed to a culture where everyone feels included, supported, and able to do their best work.
