At Squarespace, we firmly believe that design is not merely "how it looks" but "how it works." With this in mind, our backend engineers work on Product Engineering teams, which are dedicated to creating the most seamless, integrated products possible. You will report to the Product Engineering Team Lead working hybrid-onsite through our NYC office.

We are hiring for the following product team(s):

Acuity: 

The Acuity team enables businesses of all markets & sizes to create recurring relationships with their customers. As a member of this team you will build applications & services that allow our customers the ability to sell their time. Responsible for 50% of monthly active sellers, this team impacts both our customers & the top line!

You'll Get To

• Write server-side code, create high-volume production applications, & develop prototypes quickly.
• Lead the development of new features & build backend services with Java.
• Collaborate with other engineers & designers to provide intuitive customer-focused experiences.
• Ensure the reliability of systems essential to Squarespace users & businesses powered by Squarespace.
• Practice disciplined software engineering (e.g. automated testing, code reviews, & writing beautiful, readable code).

Who We're Looking For

• 3+ years of development experience in Java, Python, Go or another Object-oriented language. Experience developing large-scale software.
• A solid foundation in computer science, with competencies in data structures, algorithms, & software design practices.
• A sincere commitment to creating readable code & an understanding of database schema design, caching & scalability.
• A degree in Computer Science or related or equivalent industry experience.

Benefits & Perks

• A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums
• Fertility & adoption benefits
• Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage
• Headspace mindfulness app subscription
• Retirement benefits with employer match
• Flexible paid time off
• Up to 20 weeks of paid family leave
• Equity plan for all employees
• Pretax commuter benefit
• 6 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Free lunch & snacks

Cash Compensation Range: $110,500 - $199,500 USD

The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, & location, among other factors.

In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include on-target commissions or overtime pay), all Squarespace employees are eligible to receive equity in the company as part of their total compensation.

About Squarespace

Squarespace (NYSE: SQSP) is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands & businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries & territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, & scale their business. Our products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, & marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity, creating & managing social media presence with Bio Sites & Unfold, & hospitality business management via Tock. Our team of more than 1,700 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Chicago, Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal, & coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, & Australia. For more information about our company culture, visit www.squarespace.com/about/careers.

Our Commitment

Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives & experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace & celebrate the diversity of our customers, but we also work toward the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.