Backend Engineer - Payments/Monetization

Are you prepared to join the X team and help build the ultimate real-time information-sharing app, revolutionizing how people connect? At X, we’re on a mission to become the trusted global digital public square, committed to protecting freedom of speech and building the future unlimited interactivity. Our goal is to empower every user to freely create and share ideas, fostering open public discourse without barriers. Join us in shaping this thrilling journey where your contribution will be invaluable to our success!

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Who we are:

At X, we're building an Everything App where people can connect, share ideas, and engage in meaningful conversations. Our mission is to foster freedom of speech and empower individuals to express themselves freely. We believe in the power of open dialogue and aim to create a platform for all perspectives.

We value:

• Writing code rather than documents

• Shipping products rather than talking about roadmaps

• Big features rather than changing button colors

If this sounds like you, let’s talk.

What you'll do:

As a Backend Engineer - Payments/Monetization at X, you will be responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of our cutting-edge Monetization platform. Your responsibilities will include:

• Architecting and implementing scalable, secure, and efficient backend systems for X Monetization

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop new features and integrations with partners like Stripe and Plaid

• Writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in Golang

• Ensuring the performance, reliability, and scalability of our backend systems

• Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to the team's growth

• Staying informed about industry trends and emerging technologies in the monetization space

Who you are

We're looking for exceptional engineers who are passionate about our mission and have a strong desire to make a meaningful impact. The ideal candidate will have:

• 2+ years of experience in backend development

• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB)

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

• Strong understanding of security best practices and compliance standards (e.g., PCI DSS)

• Experience with integrating with third-party payment providers (e.g., Stripe, Plaid)

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills

If you're an exceptional engineer who shares our passion for freedom of speech, we'd love to hear from you.