BackType

At BackType, we’re building a new kind of search engine. We index and connect online conversations from across the web, so you can see what people are saying about topics that interest you. In this Python Software Developer position, you’ll be helping us build our relevance and scoring engine, working with large datasets, and helping manage our infrastructure.

If you’re wondering what it’s like to work for a fast growing start-up in Silicon Valley, this is a great opportunity – one we wish we had while we were undergrads at the University of Toronto. You’ll be building real tech, deploying code rapidly, making a significant impact on the company and the millions of people that use our products and services.

We strongly prefer entrepreneurial candidates that are interested in tackling challenging technical problems.

Role & Responsibilities

• Immediately make large contributions to our technology
• Design, develop and test technology to support BackType’s products and services

Requirements

• Proficiency programming in Python
• Hands-on experience with most or all of the following: Linux, Apache, MySQL
• Willing to tackle technical problems outside your core competencies

Nice-to-Haves

• Knowledge of MySQL with an understanding of the impacts of indexing and schema design along with query analysis and optimization
• Proficiency programming in C/C++ and/or PHP
• Start-up experience

Note: These are paid internship positions

Application

We’re not really interested in reading standard cover letters. Instead, tell us why you’re interested in working for an early stage start-up rather than a large incumbent like Google or Microsoft. To stand out, tell us about interesting things you’ve built that show off your skillset. We’re looking for people that build things. Also, if you’re a member of Hacker News or Twitter, please include your username(s).

About BackType

BackType is a technology start-up with seed funding from Y Combinator and True Ventures, two top tier early stage VC firms based in Silicon Valley. Since launching publicly in August, 2008, BackType’s products and services have been used by millions of people all over the world. We get to collaborate and partner with lots of cool companies, and we’ve received attention from leading publications such as The New York Times, TechCrunch and BusinessWeek.

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