Software Engineer, Acuity Backend at Squarespace

At Squarespace we firmly believe that design is not merely how it looks but how it works. With this in mind our backend engineers work on Product Engineering teams which are dedicated to creating the most seamless integrated products possible.What is the Acuity Product TeamAcuity Scheduling is a distinct brand and platform within the Squarespace suite of products. The Acuity mission is to help appointment-based businesses start and grow their service by allowing clients to directly schedule appointments removing administrative burden and giving our users more time to focus on what they love doing.You will report to an Engineering Team Manager and have the option to work full-time or hybrid from our New York City office.Youll Get ToDevelop new features for Acuity Scheduling a PHP Go and React application with a focus on backend or full-stack contributions.Write server-side production code for our high-volume highly available platform develop rapid prototypes for new features and drive our technical designs forward.Evolve the performance of our application as we build new services to support our growing architecture with an API-first mindset.Collaborate with other engineers Product Design Analytics and Customer Operations to understand the why of our work.Practice and mentor peers in disciplined software engineering such as delivering high quality software with test automation offering effective code reviews and writing elegant readable code.Who Were Looking For3 years of large-scale software development experience in PHP Go Java Python or other programming languages with strong object-oriented programming experience.A solid foundation in software engineering with competencies in data structures algorithms and software design best practices.An understanding of database schema design object caching and system scalability including service-oriented architecture.A desire to lead projects and tackle challenges with an open mind for learning and sharing your ideas openly with your team.Familiarity using AI productivity tools to augment your contributions is encouraged but not required.A degree in Computer Science or related or equivalent industry experience.Experience in frontend development using React or a comparable JavaScript framework is preferred but not required.Benefits & PerksA choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums including medical dental and visionSupplemental Life and Disability Insurance plansFertility and adoption benefitsHeadspace mindfulness app subscriptionGlobal Employee Assistance ProgramRetirement benefits with employer matchFlexible paid time off12 weeks paid parental leave and family care leavePretax commuter benefitEducation reimbursementEmployee donation match to community organizations8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)Dog-friendly workplaceFree lunch and snacksPrivate rooftopHack week twice per yearCash Compensation Range: $96500 - $173500 USDThe base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills experience and location among other factors.In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and where applicable for eligible roles may include on-target commissions or overtime pay) Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock.About SquarespaceSquarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence build an audience monetize and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites domains ecommerce and marketing tools as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1500 is headquartered in bustling New York City with offices in Dublin Ireland Aveiro Portugal and coworking spaces in the UK Netherlands and Australia. For more information about our company culture visit CommitmentToday more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers but we also work toward the same in our employees. At Squarespace we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ethnicity ancestry religion national origin gender sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age citizenship marital or parental status disability veteran status or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.#LI-HybridThank you in advance for providing the following details about your work history from your resume! This helps us ensure that your candidate information is accurate and consistent during the hiring process.Squarespace will never solicit your personal banking information or ask you to transfer money in connection with a job offer or interview. We also will not reach out to you via phone or SMS without your permission or knowledge. Key Skills Business Intelligence,Bidding,Accounts Assistant Credit Control,Account Development,Content Development,Lab Testing Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 96500 - 173500