Senior Backend Engineer @ TopTopTime (Founding Team!)

(REMOTE WORLDWIDE - Contract)

Tired of maintaining legacy systems or being siloed in a giant org? Ready to architect the scalable backbone of a brand new platform?

TopTopTime is creating a space where independent pros – coaches, teachers, creators – can ditch the admin headaches and focus on their craft. We're building the digital main street for services, handling bookings, payments, and visibility so they can thrive.

We're pre-launch, just two people (CTO + Frontend Engineer), and you'd be our Founding Backend Engineer. Yes, founding. You won't just implement endpoints; you'll design the entire serverless architecture and lay the groundwork for future scale.

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:

• Architect & Build the Core: Design and implement our serverless backend using SST, AWS Lambda, and Typescript.
• Master the Data Layer: Leverage DynamoDB (with ElectroDB) for efficient, scalable data storage and retrieval. Define data models that make sense.
• Craft Robust APIs: Build clean, well-documented REST APIs for our frontend and potential future integrations.
• Handle the Money: Integrate seamlessly and securely with Stripe for payment processing.
• Think Scale & Security: Build with performance, reliability, and security in mind from day one.
• Collaborate Intensely: Work side-by-side with the CTO and Frontend Engineer to define requirements and deliver features.

Your Toolkit (aka Must-Haves):

• Proven experience building and deploying production backends, ideally serverless.
• Strong proficiency in Typescript and Node.js.
• Hands-on experience with AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB.
• Experience using infrastructure-as-code tools (familiarity with SST is a huge plus).
• Experience designing and implementing REST APIs.
• Experience with Stripe integration.
• The autonomy and drive to own a project from zero to one. You're comfortable navigating ambiguity and making decisions.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• A genuine passion for building robust systems and a "let's figure it out" mindset.

Bonus Levels:

• Experience with Elasticsearch for search capabilities.
• Deep knowledge of serverless patterns and best practices.
• Understanding of event-driven architectures.
• Familiarity with ElectroDB's specific patterns.

The Loot & Logistics:

• Role: Backend Engineer (Contract)
• Duration: 6 months initial (strong potential for extension/hire)
• Compensation: $4000 USD / month
• Location: 100% Remote, Worldwide. Seriously. Work from wherever you're happiest and most productive.
• Start Date: Like, yesterday (ASAP!).

Why You'll Dig It Here:

• Monumental Impact: You're not a cog. You're building the foundation. Your decisions matter.
• Zero Bureaucracy: Talk directly to the decision-makers (because that's the whole team right now).
• Learn & Grow: Tackle diverse challenges, work with modern tech, and grow with the company.
• Real Flexibility: We care about results, not punching a clock.
• Build Something Good: Empower independent professionals around the world.

The Gauntlet (Our Process):

1. Interview with one of the cofounders: Quick chat to align on mission, mindset, and fit.
2. HackerRank Challenge: Show us your coding chops (we'll send the link).
3. CTO Interview: Let's talk tech, vision, and whether we vibe.
4. CEO Interview: Final check for culture fit and shared ambition.

Ready to build the engine?

If you're nodding along and thinking "Hell yes!", send us:

1. Your LinkedIn profile link.
2. A brief paragraph explaining why this role at this stage excites you.

We're stoked to hear from you!

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