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Software Engineer II, Backend

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remote mid full-time $118,938-$244,872 USD San Francisco, CA, US; Seattle, WA, US

First indexed 24 Apr 2026

Description

We're seeking inquisitive and well-rounded Backend engineers to join our Core and Monetization engineering teams. As a Backend engineer at Pinterest, you'll play an important role in enabling the newest technologies and experiences. You will build robust frameworks & features, empower both developers and Pinners alike, and have the opportunity to find creative solutions to thought-provoking problems.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Building out the backend for Pinner-facing features to power the future of inspiration on Pinterest
  • Contributing to and leading each step of the product development process, from ideation to implementation to release
  • Partnering with design, product, and backend teams to build end-to-end functionality
  • Employing automated testing to build features with a high degree of technical quality
  • Growing as an engineer by working with world-class peers on varied and high-impact projects

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

  • 2+ years of industry backend development experience, building consumer or business-facing products
  • Proficiency in common backend tech stacks for RESTful API, storage, caching, and data processing
  • Experience in following best practices in writing reliable and maintainable code
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to use AI to improve speed and quality in your day-to-day workflow

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. The base salary range for this position is $118,938-$244,872 USD, and the position is eligible for equity.

This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/pinterest/jobs/4813946