**Authentic Overview:**
Join us on our mission to change how brands protect their products and connect
with their customers. As the re-commerce space is expected to hit $200 Billion
by 2030, how we engage with the products we love most will change forever. Our
mission is to build infrastructure to fuel the circular economy, that helps
brands extend the life cycle of their products, prioritize sustainability,
fight counterfeiting, and engage with their customers.
We’ve raised $2 million from Stellation Capital, Penske Media (owns Rolling
Stone, Robb Report, Variety), Gaingels, Ligature, Gokul Rajaram (board member
at Coinbase & Pinterest), and a stellar group of strategic, value-add angel
investors. Over the last year, we’ve been mentioned in Forbes, Fast Company,
JCK, Entrepreneur, Retail Bum, and Gotham Mag. We’re growing our world-class
engineering team to build solutions for billions of consumers worldwide.
**The Role:**
We are seeking a motivated and ambitious Software Engineer with a passion for
working with cutting edge technologies to join our dynamic team. In this role,
you will be responsible for developing and maintaining our web applications
using Node.js, React.js, Next.js, PostgreSQL (Supabase), NFC/RFID chips, and
blockchain & peer-to-peer technologies. You will work closely with our product
& design team to translate user requirements into scalable, high-performance
software solutions.
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on innovative
projects, collaborate with a talented group of individuals, and gain hands-on
experience building real-world applications that will be used by both brands
and their customers.
**Motivation**
* You have an aptitude for self-learning and enjoy keeping up with the evolving technology landscape
* You thrive in an environment where collaborative, creative problem solving includes individuals from multiple disciplines
* You have a knack for navigating ambiguity, distilling broad problems into digestible components, and writing software to address them
* You view the team’s success as your own success and are motivated by helping others
**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:**
* Design, develop, test, and deploy web applications using Node.js, React.js, Next.js, TypeScript, TailwindCSS, PostgreSQL (Supabase), IPFS, and Solidity
* Bonus if you’ve worked with QR codes, NFC or RFID technology in the past
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn Figma designs into elegant code
* Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while adhering to coding standards and best practices
* Ideate on various methods to complete an objective, weigh design tradeoffs, and help architect solutions
* Troubleshoot and debug issues, ensuring timely resolution and optimal performance of applications
* Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in software development, and explore opportunities to incorporate new technologies into our stack
* Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and deployment
**Key Competencies:**
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
* Strong proficiency in JavaScript and experience with Node.js, React.js, and Next.js.
* Solid understanding of relational databases, with experience in PostgreSQL (Supabase) being a plus
* Familiarity with blockchain and peer-to-peer technologies is highly desirable
* Experience working in an Agile development environment
* Bias for action, ability to prioritize competing objectives
* Attention to detail, and unparalleled critical thinking and organizational skills
* Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
* Passion for working in a startup environment and a desire to contribute to product development
* Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn and explore new technologies
**Highlights of Perks and Benefits:**
* Competitive salary and equity options
* Quarterly team off-sites
* Fast-paced startup environment with a collaborative and supportive culture
* Professional development, growth opportunities, and startup industry experience
* Flexible work schedule and remote work options
* Health insurance and other benefits
**Additional Requirements:**
* Resume and optional cover letter
* Any relevant portfolio or project links showcasing your skills and experience.
If you are an ambitious, passionate, and talented Software Engineer looking to
make an impact in a startup environment while working with innovative
technologies, we would love to hear from you.
**Apply now and join our team as we revolutionize the re-commerce landscape!**
Authentic focuses on SaaS, Consumer Goods, Fashion, Marketplaces, and Small
and Medium Businesses. Their company has offices in Los Angeles, New York
City, and Boston. They have a small team that's between 1-10 employees. To
date, Authentic has raised $1.6M of funding; their latest round was closed on
April 2022.
You can view their website at <https://www.heyauthentic.com> or find them on
[LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/authenticwallet/?viewasmember=true).
