Senior Backend Engineer, FIGS
B2B
$150-185k
+ Equity + FIGS annual bonus program
Medical uniforms & clothing
Be an early applicant
Medical uniforms & clothing
201-500 employees
Be an early applicant
$150-185k
+ Equity + FIGS annual bonus program
201-500 employees
Company mission
To celebrate, empower and serve those who serve others.
Role
Who you are
- FIGS is on the lookout for a Senior Software Engineer proficient in Java, Spring Boot, AWS, Kubernetes, Flux/Argo, Terraform/CDK, ElasticSearch, and PostgreSQL
- 5+ years in software development with a solid foundation in Java, Spring Boot, and related backend technologies
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS, Kubernetes, and Terraform/CDK
- Proven experience in designing and scaling complex enterprise applications
- Demonstrable experience with ElasticSearch and PostgreSQL
- Tactical thinker boasting both technical prowess and a knack for aligning technology with business goals
- Excellent communication skills
- Collaboration: We work in small cross-functional teams and as individual engineers, tackling challenges together
- Positive attitude: Self-starters who love solving problems with technologies
- A strong work ethic, integrity, and an ownership mindset
- Eagerness to Learn: At FIGS, solution-oriented individuals thrive. Specific experience with our tech stack is valued, yet a natural curiosity and proven experience with comparable technologies—coupled with a rapid learning ability—are vital
- Excellent communication skills: Direct communication between our engineers and product managers is crucial. An ability to understand requirements, identify edge cases, and clearly document your engineering decisions is essential for your and the team's success
- Collaboration Spirit: We're a close-knit team. Whether working as a unit or individually, your collaborative spirit is key
- Optimistic Outlook: We’re all about a positive attitude and tackling challenges head-on. If you share this outlook, we'd love to meet you
Desirable
- Familiarity with e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, SalesForce, Spree, or BigCommerce
- Exposure to marketing technologies like Iterable
- Experience with content management systems, especially Contentful
- Exposure to modern CI/CD tools and practices for Java-based applications
What the job involves
- As we continue to expand our Business-to-Business (B2B) sales platform, we’re seeking a senior engineer to own and evolve backend systems that support enterprise customers, internal sales workflows, and a rapidly growing B2B roadmap
- This role operates in a high-growth area of the business, with a strong emphasis on scalability, reliability, and long-term maintainability
- Backend Development: Contribute to the design, development, and optimization of FIGS backend services, aiming for resilience, performance, and scalability
- Cloud & Kubernetes Integration: Assist in integrating our applications and services within AWS and Kubernetes, leveraging tools such as Flux and Argo for GitOps workflows
- Infrastructure as Code: Support the use of Terraform or AWS CDK to efficiently create, manage, and orchestrate cloud infrastructure components
- Database Management: Aid in building robust database solutions with PostgreSQL and optimize search functionalities with ElasticSearch
- Architectural Assistance: Participate in architectural discussions, focusing on scalability, performance, and reliability
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with fellow engineers, absorbing best practices, especially concerning Java and cloud-native technologies
- Operational Support: Assist in engineering decisions, considering aspects from cost efficiency to data security under the guidance of senior leadership
Our take
FIGS is a medical apparel brand dedicated to providing durable, comfortable, and stylish products for healthcare professionals. Operating on a direct-to-consumer model, FIGS ensures a streamlined connection with its audience.
FIGS' unique selling proposition lies in its Technical Comfort™, featured across a range of antimicrobial, elastic scrubs and uniforms designed with functional pockets. Inspired by the founders personal connection to the challenges faced by healthcare workers, the brand was created to address the discomfort of traditional uniforms and the long, demanding hours common in the profession.
More recently, FIGS has begun executing a strategic shift focused on long-term brand equity rather than short-term promotional growth. In 2024, the company signaled a move away from heavy discounting, instead increasing investment in brand building, international expansion, and new growth channels such as retail and institutional sales through its TEAMS program. While overall revenue growth has remained modest, international sales have grown rapidly, highlighting Asia as a key opportunity for future expansion. And in an increasingly competitive and promotion-driven market, FIGS' emphasis on premium positioning, disciplined pricing, and global brand development reflects a calculated bet on sustainable growth rather than volume-led gains.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
21% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Jan 2018
$65m
SERIES B
May 2016
$5m
SERIES A
Total funding: $72m
Company benefits
- Health and Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefits and perks package focused on your well-being including: previum medical, dental, and vision coverage, FIGS-sponsored bi-weekly UberEats meal credits, free access to Breethe, a fitness stipend with ClassPass, and a free Peleton room on-site.
- Finance: Amazing 401(k) progream, with a company match up to the first 6% of your contribution. 100% FIGS-sponsored life insurance, disability insurance, access to an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and financial wellness learning opportunities.
- Family: We care for our extended FIGS family by offering generous parental leave, new-parent care meals, and a transition back to work program following leave.
- Time Away: Generous time off - flexible vacation for salaried team members and up to 3 weeks of vacation for hourly team members. We also offer access to leave programs to care for yourself and your family.
- Staying Connected: Weekly company-wide meetings, exclusive Coffee Connection meetings with the FIGS Co-CEOs, and monthly Fruitful Talks with thought-leaders and industry experts. WE support our team members through affinity groups and a thoughtfully designed Buddy Program, fostering friendship and belonging.
- Culture Committee: The Culture Committee creates incredible monthly Culture Programs spotlighting a specific area of wellness, while also finding ways to give back to the local community through volunteerism.
- Furry Friends: We partner with The Wags Club in West LA to provide weekday doggy day care at a partially subsidized cost. We also partner with MetLife to get discounts on pet insurance.
- Employee Discounts & Rewards: Team members receive 50% off, a $75 gift code on birthdays, and a special anniversary gift each year.
Company HQ
Santa Monica, CA
Leadership
Heather Hasson
(Co-Founder & Executive Chairman)Heather studied at the University of Wisconsin-Madison before co-founding FIGS in 2010. She then spent a year at Saïd Business School, and has been a RxArt Board Member since 2019.
Trina Spear
(Co-Founder & CEO)Trina began her career with 4 years at Citi, before working as an Associate at The Blackstone Group for a year. She then co-founded FIGS with Heather in 2010, and has been serving as CEO since.
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