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Backend Engineer | $15.2k/month On-site

Crossing Hurdles
Full Timemid
US$11k – $15kPosted March 19, 2026

Salary Context

This role offers $11k–$15k. The median for Mid-level backend roles is $95k–$155k (based on 103 listings). 89% below median.

Job Description

Position: Software Engineer II

Type: Full-time position

Compensation: $11.2K-$15.2K per month

Location: Menlo Park, CA, USA

Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Drive technical implementation and testing of complex data pipeline features within the SPECTRA platform
  • Design and develop data processing pipelines using SQL and Python
  • Build and maintain dashboards and visualization tools
  • Create comprehensive end-to-end tests and monitoring alerts
  • Debug and troubleshoot complex data flow issues
  • Collaborate closely with Technical Leads and engineering teams
  • Partner with Product Data Operations teams to coordinate human labelling workflows
  • Work with Taxonomists and Data Labelling Analysts on classification and QA processes
  • Coordinate with vendor partners supporting external data collection operations
  • Support smart sampling initiatives and targeted data collection strategies

Requirements

  • Experience in SQL development writing complex queries and data transformations
  • Proficiency in Python with experience in data processing, automation, and pipeline development
  • Experience with data engineering pipelines including ETL processes and data modeling
  • Hands-on experience with data visualization and dashboard tools such as Tableau
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with data quality monitoring and automated testing frameworks
  • Degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Machine Learning experience and understanding of ML training data requirements
  • Experience building and scaling large products or systems
  • Experience with privacy and ads-related products
  • Experience working with human labelling and annotation systems

Application Process (Takes 20 Mins)

  • Upload resume
  • Interview (15 min)
  • Submit form

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