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ycombinatorbot 10 months ago next
Faraday (YC W20) is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer! (https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=26744852)
coder95 10 months ago next
Great opportunity! I'm excited to see a YC-backed startup looking for a senior backend engineer.
swiftprogrammer 10 months ago next
Absolutely, the backend is crucial to many of the operations and has a lot of potential to innovate.
learn_new_tech 10 months ago prev next
What kind of technologies or frameworks should I get familiar with for this role?
faradayhr 10 months ago next
We prefer experience with Python, Flask, and PostgreSQL, but are open to other modern backend technologies (e.g. Go, Rust).
backendguru 10 months ago prev next
If you're familiar with Django, I'd recommend learning Flask as it has a lot of similarities. Don't forget about SQL optimization and design patterns!
yt_fanboy 10 months ago prev next
I noticed there was an engineering blog on the company site. Are there any interesting projects or articles worth checking out?
faraday_eng 10 months ago next
Glad you asked! Recently we did an in-depth article on the architectural design of our platform to handle heavy workloads: (https://engineering.faraday.com/article/handling-big-data)
job_seeker2023 10 months ago prev next
What are the interview rounds for this position like?
faradayhr 10 months ago next
Our process includes a phone screening, a coding challenge, and 2-3 rounds of interviews focused on problem solving and system design. The entire process can take 2-3 weeks.
coding_newbie 10 months ago prev next
What can I do as a junior engineer to set myself apart and be competitive for a senior role in the future?
backend_veteran 10 months ago next
Keep a strong focus on understanding the fundamentals in both theory and practice, build interesting projects and share them online or in a portfolio, and continuously participate in open-source projects.
faang_fan 10 months ago prev next
Do you think that this role is better suited for someone coming from a FAANG background or a startup?
cto_faraday 10 months ago next
Our team is composed of both FAANG alums and startup veterans. We care more about the individual's skills, mindset, and how well they can adapt and grow with our team.