Software Engineer, Search & Discovery Platform at whatnot

This role is ideal for a mid-to-senior level backend engineer (5+ years experience) who specializes in the intersection of data infrastructure and discovery systems. You should have a proven track record of building high-throughput platforms and a deep understanding of how to translate machine learning models into real-time user experiences like feeds and search. Whatnot offers a highly competitive salary range ($170k–$230k) and a robust benefits package, including a 4% 401(k) match and unique perks like a "dogfooding" budget to shop on the app. While the team is "remote co-located," you must live within commuting distance of their hubs in SF, LA, NYC, or Seattle for in-person collaboration. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Are proficient in **Python** (specifically AsyncIO) and distributed systems. * Have hands-on experience with search and streaming technologies like **OpenSearch, Kafka, or Flink**. * Enjoy the "prototype-to-scale" lifecycle, moving quickly from an idea to a system handling massive traffic. * Want to build the foundational discovery architecture for a rapidly growing social commerce marketplace.