Software Engineer, Backend

Plaid

Quick summary

Work type: On-site
Location: Seattle, WA
Salary: $176,400–$226,800 / yr
Posted: 33 days ago

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $178k

This role $202k

$135k most similar roles pay here $237k

This role pays more than 67% of similar roles. Most pay $144,665–$211,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $202k versus about $178k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Plaid

Plaid is a financial technology company that builds a data network powering digital finance applications, enabling consumers to securely connect their financial accounts to apps and services. Industry: Financial Technology & Data Infrastructure

Plaid currently has 75 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $190,800–$262,800 across 75 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Engineer, Backend

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As a Backend Software Engineer at the Seattle office, you will join a high-impact team focused on developing and maintaining scalable backend systems. Your primary responsibilities include designing and implementing robust, efficient services that support our growing user base, collaborating closely with frontend engineers to ensure seamless integration. You will work with cutting-edge technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, and microservices architecture while leveraging languages like Python or Java. The role requires a strong understanding of distributed systems, databases, and cloud infrastructure, along with a commitment to high ownership and continuous learning in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Python Django RESTful APIs SQL NoSQL Git CI/CD Kubernetes AWS Terraform PostgreSQL MongoDB Redis Docker Prometheus Grafana

What you'll do

Design and implement scalable backend systems.
Optimize database performance and query efficiency.
Ensure high availability and reliability of services.
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
Participate in code reviews to improve quality.

What we're looking for

Strong ownership and collaborative mindset.
Growth-oriented attitude in a tech environment.
Experience with backend software engineering.
Proficiency in relevant programming languages and frameworks.
Ability to work effectively in a full-time, office-based setting.

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