Senior Backend Engineer, Ethyca
$155-185k
+ Equity
Data privacy software
Open for applications
Data privacy software
21-100 employees
Open for applications
$155-185k
+ Equity
21-100 employees
Company mission
To help teams build respectful systems, and in doing so, restore user trust in the internet.
Role
Who you are
- 8+ years experience writing production-grade web applications or services
- Expertise with Python 3, web frameworks (e.g. Django, Flask, FastAPI), and RESTful APIs
- Proficient with one or more data stores such as MySQL, Postgres, MongoDB, Snowflake, etc
- Fluent with automated testing frameworks (unit, integration, E2E) and CI/CD tools (e.g. GitLab, GitHub)
- Love writing tests for everything you do
- Some examples of contributing to or maintaining open source projects is a plus
- Previous experience working independently in a high velocity environment where rapid iteration is vital (like a startup!)
- Excellent written communication skills and a love for documentation and collaboration
- Experienced working in an asynchronous environment like an open source project or distributed team
- Comfortable with agile processes and best practices (but not doctrine!)
Desirable
- A highly analytical approach and eagerness to solve technical problems with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, and other technical tools
- Experience or curiosity about working with and using large scale data to solve important problems of trust and respect
- Ability to collaborate efficiently in teams of technical and non-technical individuals, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving objectives and iteration with users
What the job involves
- As a Senior Backend Engineer at Ethyca, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of data privacy and AI governance
- You'll be responsible for leading the development of Fides, our innovative operating system designed to enhance trust and safety in data-driven technologies across diverse industries
- Lead and manage a team to deliver high-quality software solutions on time and within budget, particularly focusing on DSRs, API integrations, and reporting
- Oversee the technical design and architecture of solutions, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and align with Ethyca’s technology standards
- Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, and career development sessions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance team productivity and project delivery, with a target of achieving a sprint delivery rate of at least 90%
- Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders related to DSRs, API integrations, and reporting, ensuring clear communication and managing expectations effectively
- Conduct regular code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards, and maintain a production defect rate of less than 2%
- Successfully onboard and mentor new team members, ensuring they reach full productivity within 90 days
- Develop and execute effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent and fill open positions within 60 days on average, while maintaining a high retention rate of new hires
- Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment that aligns with Ethyca’s values of trust, teamwork, optimism, iteration, and listening
Our take
Online privacy is the digital issue of the century. New GDPR laws have led to data use regulations that are difficult for marketers to navigate. Companies are spending increasing amounts of time and resources to ensure compliance with the latest laws, only to miss information and be subject to fines.
Ethyca has built a software platform that helps companies of all sizes automate their data privacy needs. Competitor solutions typically need direct involvement from consultants and don't solve privacy issues from an infrastructure point of view. However, Ethyca's platform is based on API tools that make GDPR navigation a lot clearer, allowing organizations to identify how they can use, report, and analyze sensitive data.
The company has secured funding from big names such as PayPal's Max Levchin. Ethyca aims to use this funding to expand its available services, including the creation of software development tools that will help support security and audit processes.
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Insights
24% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Nov 2021
$7.5m
SERIES A
Jun 2020
$13.5m
SERIES A
Total funding: $46.2m
Company benefits
- 100% medical and dental insurance coverage
- Remote-friendly office hours and vacation polocy
- Sponsored company lunches and events
- Parental leave and 401K plan
Company HQ
NoMad, New York, NY
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Leadership
Cillian Kieran
(CEO)Joined Intellisign as a Lead Application Engineer in 2004. Founded digital technology company CKSK in 2006, and then co-founded the retail fulfillment and logistics company, BrandCommerce in 2016.
Miguel Burger-Calderon
(Co-Founder)Founder and Managing Partner of BFF, as well as an Investor for many early-stage startups. Previously the Head of Global Business Development at Group Nine Media and President at Elite Daily.
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