Senior Software Engineer | Backend

Dusk; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + equity options

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

Early technical ownership

Access to live events and industry networking opportunities

Job summary

Dusk, located in New York, is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to build core infrastructure for their event management platform. The role involves architecting scalable APIs and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of backend experience with strong skills in Python, Node.js, or Rust, and a background in SaaS environments. Dusk offers competitive salary, equity options, and comprehensive health benefits, promoting early technical ownership in a high-growth company.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend software engineering experience, ideally in SaaS or high-scale production systems.
• Strong proficiency in Python, Node.js, Rust or Go.
• Experience with relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL.

Responsibilities

• Architect and build scalable APIs, microservices, and data pipelines.
• Own the end-to-end lifecycle of backend features from design to deployment.
• Collaborate with frontend teams on data contracts and system integrations.

Skills

Backend software engineering

Python

Node.js

Rust

Go

PostgreSQL

AWS

Docker

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Automated testing

Job description

About Dusk

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.

About the Role

We’re seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to help build the core infrastructure that powers Dusk’s event management platform. You’ll work closely with product, design, and data teams to architect reliable, scalable services that deliver real-time insights, automation, and integrations for venues worldwide. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on technical ownership, performance optimization, and solving complex data problems in production environments.

Key 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

• Integrate with third-party systems including CRMs, ticketing, and POS solutions

• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and help evolve engineering culture

Qualifications

• 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)

• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and data modeling

• Familiarity with AWS, Docker, automated testing and modern CI/CD pipelines

• Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, caching, and distributed systems design

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

• Bonus: experience with machine learning pipelines or event-driven architectures

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary + equity options

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

• Early technical ownership in a high-growth, mission-driven company

• Access to live events and industry networking opportunities

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.