Software Engineer- Backend

Flow • Full-time • Palo Alto, California, United States • $131.56k - $203.40k / year • 9h ago

About the Company

At Flow, we’re reimagining what it means to live, work, and connect. More than just a real estate company, Flow is a brand, a technology platform, and an operations ecosystem spanning condominiums, hotels, multifamily residences, and office spaces. We’re building a new kind of living experience: one that’s flexible, connected, and designed to create genuine community and real value for the people who call Flow home.

Our mission is oneness: prioritizing our residents and their experiences, and fostering connection with ourselves, their neighbors, and the natural world. By putting people at the center of everything we do, we’re creating vibrant, human-centered communities where life, work, creativity, and play all come together in one place.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Software Engineer to join our team, where you will collaborate closely with senior engineers to develop, test, and deploy scalable solutions. This role is perfect for an individual with 6–10 years of software engineering experience who is eager to grow in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Responsibilities

Development and Maintenance: Build and maintain backend APIs and services
Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, participating in code reviews and team discussions to enhance code quality and architecture.
Troubleshooting: Assist in troubleshooting and debugging production issues, ensuring timely resolution.
Best Practices: Learn and apply best practices related to software development, security, and performance optimization.
Collaboration: Work effectively within the team, communicating clearly with peers and managers while contributing consistently to team success.

Qualifications

6–10 years of experience in software engineering.
Proficient in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Kotlin, TypeScript).
Familiarity with database concepts and API development.
Some experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP) is a plus.
Strong problem-solving skills, with a willingness to learn and adapt.
An understanding of task goals, empathy for the customer, and a receptiveness to feedback are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical / Dental / Vision / Disability / Life)
Paid time off and 13 paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Access to HSA-compatible plans
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), free therapy through SpringHealth, acupuncture, and other wellness offerings

Flow is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and hires regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, Veteran status any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.