What we’re looking for:

• 8+ years of web software engineering experience building, designing and evolving client-side data architecture in large-scale web applications.
• Deep understanding of tradeoffs in caching, consistency, latency, reliability, and developer ergonomics in modern web clients.
• Expert-level coding skills in languages like javascript or typescript (optional python), with ability to write production-quality code.
• Knowledge on Node.js, server-side rendering techniques and GraphQL frameworks like Relay.
• Strong experience working across both GraphQL and REST, with the technical judgment to define clear patterns for how and when each should be used.
• Proven ability to evaluate complex systems, define pragmatic architectural direction, and lead cross-team execution on foundational platform investments that improve developer productivity and scalability.
• Experience establishing reusable patterns, technical standards, and documentation that improve consistency and maintainability across teams.
• Strong technical leadership and mentorship skills, with a track record of raising the engineering bar through guidance, feedback, and influence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to align stakeholders and influence technical direction across organizational boundaries.
• Passion for web architecture and interest in staying current with evolving patterns, tools, and best practices in client-side data systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

Relocation Statement:

• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.

In-Office Requirement Statement:

• This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times/quarter and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.

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At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.

US based applicants only

$177,185

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$364,795 USD

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

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