At Squarespace, we're reimagining how people bring their ideas to life online. Our Product Engineering teams are at the heart of that mission building the seamless, powerful experiences our customers rely on every day.

As a Backend Engineer, youll be part of a collaborative, high-impact team working to create scalable, reliable systems behind some of the most intuitive tools on the web. Whether youve been in the industry for three years or twenty, if youre passionate about solving complex problems & delivering thoughtful, elegant solutions we want to hear from you. This is a hybrid role working from our NYC office 3 days per week. You will report the Engineering Team Manager. 

Were hiring across several impactful product teams. Based on your experience & interests, you could join one of the following:

• Website Foundations: Power the core of Squarespaces CMS from high-performance APIs & efficient caching layers to evolving our monolithic codebase. This team owns the platform our website builder runs on the crown jewel of Squarespace.
• Pricing + Merchandising: Help shape how we align customer value with pricing. This team ensures people can confidently choose the plans that fit their goals, using data & experimentation to guide decision-making. 
• Checkouts + Payments: Redesign how customers subscribe to Squarespace from choosing the right plan to checking out with their preferred payment method. This team focuses on creating flexible, transparent purchasing experiences.
• Corporate Applications: Act as internal consultants, crafting custom solutions for departments like Marketing, Legal, & Security. From modern web apps to high-volume event pipelines, this team builds the tools that help Squarespace grow from the inside.

You'll Get To

• Build & maintain scalable backend services in Java & related technologies.
• Write clean, efficient code that powers high-traffic, production-ready systems.
• Contribute to design decisions & architectural discussions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, designers, & product managers.
• Drive features from concept through implementation to launch.

Who We're Looking For

• 7+ years of professional experience in backend development using Java, Python, C, or similar languages
• Experience building large-scale, distributed systems
• Strong computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, & system design
• Comfortable working in collaborative environments where feedback is valued
• A degree in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience that speaks for itself

Why Youll Love It Here

• Youll work with passionate, thoughtful engineers solving real-world problems.
• Youll shape products used by millions of people around the globe.
• Youll be supported in growing your skills & your career.
• You'll find a workplace that values inclusivity, creativity, & curiosity.

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
• Global Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement benefits with employer match
• Flexible paid time off
• 20 weeks for parental leave & up to 12 weeks to care for an ill family member
• Pretax commuter benefit
• Education reimbursement
• Employee donation match to community organizations
• 8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Dog-friendly workplace
• Free lunch & snacks
• Private rooftop
• Hack week twice per year

Cash Compensation Range: $128,500 - $231,500 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), Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock.

About Squarespace

Squarespace 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 suite of 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. Our team of more than 1,500 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal, & coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, & Australia. For more information about our company culture, visit https://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.

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