At Blinq, we believe the first interaction can spark opportunities that last a lifetime. Thats why we built the worlds #1 digital business card - an instant, intuitive way to exchange details - and that success has won our wedge into something bigger. Next, were building on that momentum to reshape how professionals stay connected not just in the moment, but long after. In a world where follow-ups slip through the cracks and relationships are increasingly fragmented, were building the tools to keep people genuinely connected. If youre driven to shape the future of human connection, wed love to have you with us.Why Youll Love It Here Customers love it: Over 100K reviews and a 4.9/5 rating on the App Store - people around the world rely on Blinq to make that first interaction count. Rapid growth: Doubling ARR every few months, expanding into new markets, and rapidly building our team across Sydney, Melbourne, San Francisco, and New York Well-resourced: Backed by top VCs like Blackbird and Square Peg, were continuously investing in the people and tools that fuel our mission. A rare moment to join: Were hitting an inflection point - big enough to have momentum, small enough for you to shape the journey. The way we work: We value real connections, inside and out - our offices buzz with creativity, and fresh ideas can come from anywhere. Were big believers in the spark that happens when people come together in person. Thats why we spend three days a week collaborating in the office - trading ideas, solving problems face-to-face, and celebrating small wins. The rest of the week is yours to work wherever youre most productive.Engineering at BlinqOur engineering team is the engine behind Blinqs success. Were building tools that make sharing who you are instant and human. Every line of code, every release, and every experiment is focused on driving meaningful impact. If you thrive on solving complex, high-impact problems with a tight-knit team, youll feel right at home here.Role & ImpactAs a Senior Backend Engineer at Blinq, youll build and maintain the APIs and services powering everything from identity sharing to real-time analytics. Youll design systems that scale, contribute to architectural decisions, and ensure performance, reliability, and clean abstraction across our platform.What is Blinq?At Blinq, we believe the first interaction can spark opportunities that last a lifetime. Thats why we built the worlds #1 digital business card - an instant, intuitive way to exchange details - and that success has won our wedge into something bigger. Next, were building on that momentum to reshape how professionals stay connected not just in the moment, but long after. In a world where follow-ups slip through the cracks and relationships are increasingly fragmented, were building the tools to keep people genuinely connected. If youre driven to shape the future of human connection, wed love to have you with us.Why Youll Love It Here Customers love it: Over 100K reviews and a 4.9/5 rating on the App Store - people around the world rely on Blinq to make that first interaction count. Rapid growth: Doubling ARR every few months, expanding into new markets, and rapidly building our team across Sydney, Melbourne, San Francisco, and New York Well-resourced: Backed by top VCs like Blackbird and Square Peg, were continuously investing in the people and tools that fuel our mission. A rare moment to join: Were hitting an inflection point - big enough to have momentum, small enough for you to shape the journey. The way we work: We value real connections, inside and out - our offices buzz with creativity, and fresh ideas can come from anywhere. Were big believers in the spark that happens when people come together in person. Thats why we spend three days a week collaborating in the office - trading ideas, solving problems face-to-face, and celebrating small wins. The rest of the week is yours to work wherever youre most productive.Engineering at BlinqOur engineering team is the engine behind Blinqs success. Were building tools that make sharing who you are instant and human. Every line of code, every release, and every experiment is focused on driving meaningful impact. If you thrive on solving complex, high-impact problems with a tight-knit team, youll feel right at home here.Role & ImpactAs a Senior Backend Engineer at Blinq, youll build and maintain the APIs and services powering everything from identity sharing to real-time analytics. Youll design systems that scale, contribute to architectural decisions, and ensure performance, reliability, and clean abstraction across our platform.What Youll DoBuild secure, scalable APIs in Node.js using TypeScriptDesign systems that scale from user onboarding to QR event ingestionCollaborate with frontend, mobile, and data teams to deliver cohesive featuresImprove observability, testing, and service performanceLead code reviews and mentor mid-level engineersWhat Youll Bring5+ years in backend development, ideally in fast-paced product teamsDeep Node.js experience, with strong fundamentals in async architectureFamiliarity with GCP or other cloud environmentsGood understanding of system design, data modelling, and API securityClear communicator and collaborator across functionsWhat You GetWere serious about our mission to help the world connect, but we also make sure our own team is thriving - both in and outside of work. Heres a taste of what you can expect: Equity & ownership: Were building something massive, and we want you to share in the upside. Competitive salary & growth path: As Blinq grows, your role and compensation grow with it - no glass ceilings here. Generous paid time off: We encourage everyone to take at least 20 days fully disconnect each year, with a flexible policy beyond that. Parental leave: Inclusive policies to ensure you have the support you need for your family. 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