Dusk
Senior Software Engineer
New York City · Senior
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 252 days ago
PythonGoRustNode.jsDistributed SystemsCode ReviewPostgreSQLAWSDockerCI/CDRESTMachine LearningData EngineeringTest AutomationProblem Solving
About the role
- This role is ideal for someone who thrives on technical ownership, performance optimization, and solving complex data problems in production environments.
Responsibilities
- Architect and build scalable APIs, microservices, and data pipelines that power the Dusk platform
- Own the end-to-end lifecycle of backend features - from design to deployment and monitoring
- Collaborate with frontend teams on data contracts and system integrations
- Implement best practices around performance, reliability, and observability
- Optimize database design, query performance, and system latency
- If you love building reliable systems that power unforgettable live experiences, and want to shape the future of entertainment infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.
Requirements
- 5+ years of backend software engineering experience, ideally in SaaS or high-scale production systems
- Strong proficiency in Python, Node.js, Rust or Go (we use Python, Rust, Node)
- Familiarity with AWS, Docker, automated testing and modern CI/CD pipelines
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, caching, and distributed systems design
Nice to have
- Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and data modeling
Compensation
- Dusk delivers the capabilities of a world-class entertainment director, at a fraction of the cost.
- Made for modern venue operators to save time, improve operations, and boost revenue.
- Trusted by 500+ bars, nightclubs, restaurants, and hotels - powering 50K+ concerts annually.
- We've raised over $5M from strategic investors, including founders and executives from Carta, Vercel, and Yelp as well as Atlantic Records, Red Light Management, and Independent Artists Group (IAG).
- Our team includes YC-backed founders and individuals from Goldman Sachs, BlackRock, and Apollo.io.
Benefits
- Competitive salary + equity options
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- experience with machine learning pipelines or event-driven architectures
Company info
- We're seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to help build the core infrastructure that powers Dusk's event management platform.
This listing is sourced directly from Dusk's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.