Full Stack / Backend Engineer

Company Overview:

Arbor stands at the intersection of technology and energy, committed to untangling the complex web of energy choices for consumers. With our recent $9M funding round, our mission has never been clearer: to simplify energy decisions, helping consumers save money and slow climate change as a byproduct.

Role Summary:

Arbor is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer with proficiency in backend development. You'll join a dynamic team committed to clearing the fog around energy choices, enabling consumers to make informed, beneficial decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Eager Development: Contribute to the evolution of our consumer-facing UI/UX, with an agile mindset attuned to user behavior insights and A/B testing results.

• Collaborative Growth: Support in shaping Arbor's engineering culture and tech vision, alongside hiring and team mentorship endeavors.

• Adaptable Architecture: Assist in guiding our platform's architecture, focusing on modular design that scales and aligns with consumer needs.

• Versatile Coding: Engage with a full stack approach, enhancing our platform through technologies such as Node.js, Typescript, and React, along with exploring new tech frontiers.

• Data Handling: Partner with the data team to manage architectures, embracing tools like BigQuery and Snowflake, to promote data clarity and accessibility.

• Quality Advocacy: Embrace rigorous testing, maintain CI/CD processes, and support the drive for efficient automation.

• Uniting Teams: Help synchronize efforts across product, design, marketing, and business units to achieve a harmonious and compelling user experience.

Qualifications:

• A driven spirit, passionate about demystifying energy choices and advancing clean energy solutions.

• 4+ years of professional experience in software development.

• A solid foundation in both frontend and backend technologies.

• Familiarity with GraphQL, React, and other leading frontend technologies.

• An understanding of A/B testing practices.

• An automation-first mindset with a grasp of CI/CD principles.

• Experience within GCP, AWS, or equivalent cloud ecosystems.

• Hands-on experience with popular backend frameworks and tools.

• Hands-on experience establishing and managing both relational and nosql databases.

• Strong communication skills, both in writing and speaking.

• The analytical prowess to deconstruct complex issues into actionable solutions.

• A commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of industry evolutions.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Location & Work Environment:

While this position is fully remote, candidates should be located within a reasonable distance of one of our hub locations in Boston or Austin. At Arbor, we deeply value the relationships and camaraderie among our team. Therefore, we periodically gather at these hubs for special occasions such as team events or when welcoming new members.

Why Arbor?

• 🌍 Purposeful Work: Make a tangible difference in how consumers engage with the energy landscape. 

• 💡 Career Acceleration: Fast-track your career in a company where innovation sparks real change, and there’s tons of autonomy and problem-solving.

• 🌟 Dynamic Team Culture: Join a community of driven professionals passionate about our shared vision for a cleaner, smarter energy future.

• Arbor is the ideal launchpad for those hungry to advance their skills and make an impact on the world. Immerse yourself in a challenging and rewarding environment where your work simplifies energy decisions and contributes to a sustainable future.

If you're driven by meaningful work, consumer-facing products, and are eager to shape the future of energy, Arbor is the place for you. Dive into the challenge and help us simplify energy for all, building the world’s most loved energy experience.