Backend Lead
Job description
NexaGuard’s backend powers global consent logging, policy decisions, tenant configuration, and reliable APIs used by enterprises and publishers worldwide. As Backend Lead, you’ll shape architecture and mentor the team shipping mission-critical privacy infrastructure.
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Own backend architecture for CMP core services, APIs, data models, and policy engines.
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Lead implementation of secure, resilient services with strong observability and performance.
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Mentor engineers through code reviews, technical design, and engineering standards.
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Partner with DevOps/SRE on reliability goals (SLOs, incident response, scaling plans).
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Work with Product/Compliance to translate frameworks into enforceable system behavior.
Requirements
8+ years backend engineering experience; 2+ years in a lead role.
Strong experience with API design, auth, distributed systems, and multi-tenant SaaS patterns.
Security-first mindset: least privilege, encryption, threat modeling awareness.
Strong documentation and architectural decision-making skills.
Bonus: experience with edge compute, high-traffic event logging, or privacy platforms.
Benefits
Salary Range: $145,000 – $245,000
Competitive compensation and equity opportunity
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Learning & professional development budget
Skills
What happens after you apply
You’ll receive a private tracking link immediately. Our team reviews applications and follows up with qualified candidates.
NexaGuard is an equal opportunity employer. Candidate information is processed for recruiting purposes and handled securely.