Promise (YC W18) is building modern payment infrastructure for the government. We help people stay on track with rent, utilities, court fines, and more—without falling into cycles of debt or incarceration. It’s complex, high-scale work with real human impact.
We're hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to join our team in either Oakland, CA or Washington, DC. This is a hybrid role with 3 in-office days per week.
Tech stack: Python, Node.js, Postgres, AWS, GCP, Terraform, Docker, TypeScript
What you'll do:
* Build and scale distributed systems that power payments and communication for millions of users * Work closely with our product and infra teams to design and deploy production-grade services * Own backend projects from architecture through execution * Help modernize systems used by cities, counties, and states across the country
You might be a fit if you:
* Have 4+ years of backend engineering experience * Have worked on complex systems at scale * Are excited by mission-driven work and product ownership * Are based in the US and authorized to work here
Compensation: $150K–$215K base + equity + full benefits (100% health/dental/vision for you and dependents)
Apply here: https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/promise/jobs/vfvGXy8-s...