Software Engineer - Backend
Anon - San Francisco
About Anon
Anon is building the identity layer for the automated internet.
Our developer toolkit enables AI agents to securely integrate with any service or application on behalf of users, powering the next generation of AI applications. Since launching in 2023, we've scaled to thousands of active developers and 50+ customers, including many leading AI agent companies, reaching tens of thousands of end-users.
We've raised over $13M from top investors including Union Square Ventures and Abstract Ventures to pursue our vision of a world where billions of AI agents are authenticated and managed via Anon. To learn more about our mission, culture, and the type of candidates we hire, visit www.anon.com/careers.
About the Role
As a Backend Engineer at Anon, you'll contribute to building and scaling our enterprise data migration platform that enables companies to seamlessly transfer customer data between systems. You'll work on secure authentication systems, data extraction workflows, and platform integrations while learning from experienced engineers. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your backend engineering skills while working on cutting-edge AI infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Builder Mindset & Growth
Build reliable, well-tested backend features with guidance from senior engineers
Take ownership of smaller features and contribute to larger initiatives
Learn to identify and proactively address potential issues
Demonstrate pride in code quality and user experience
Core Platform Development
Contribute to scalable, secure APIs that power our platform-specific SDKs
Work on networking features including request handling and basic proxy functionality
Build and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure components on GCP, AWS, or similar platforms
Support authentication protocol implementation and security features
Develop integrations with third-party services and APIs
Write comprehensive tests and documentation for your code
Collaboration & Learning
Work closely with senior engineers to understand system architecture and best practices
Collaborate with product and frontend teams to deliver cohesive features
Participate in code reviews and learn from feedback
Support customer integration efforts under guidance
What We're Looking For
Technical Requirements
2-5 years of backend engineering experience
Strong proficiency in TypeScript/Node.js for backend development
Experience building REST APIs and understanding of API design principles
Basic knowledge of databases such as PostgreSQL
Familiarity with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure)
Understanding of Docker and containerization
Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows
Knowledge of web security fundamentals
GraphQL experience is a plus
CI/CD experience with GitHub Actions is a plus
Basic understanding of networking concepts (HTTP, TCP) is a plus
Culture and Mindset
Builder mentality with examples of personal projects or contributions to larger systems
Strong desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced startup environment
Self-motivated with ability to work independently when given clear direction
Good communication skills and openness to feedback
Attention to detail and commitment to writing clean, maintainable code
Collaborative mindset and willingness to help teammates
Nice to Have
Experience with data engineering or ETL pipelines
Previous startup experience
Open source contributions
Experience with monitoring and observability tools
Knowledge of authentication protocols and security best practices
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary with meaningful equity in a well-funded startup
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Company-provided workstation setup of your choice
Free gym membership at your preferred location
In-person work environment and team events in San Francisco (SoMa)
Professional development opportunities and mentorship from senior engineers
In Conclusion
We're looking for builders who want to grow their careers while defining the future of AI authentication. Our team includes former founders and early startup employees who have scaled products from 0 to 1. If you're excited about learning while building critical infrastructure for the AI ecosystem and working with an exceptional team, we want to talk to you.
Final Notes
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