Staff / Principal Backend Engineer, Golang

We’re looking for a Staff /Principal Backend Engineer that will work directly with a stellar team to help us build core software components that enable our team to quickly build and deploy complex software. You will have the opportunity to proactively solve unique problems and build software and systems that act as force multipliers for our development teams. This is an amazing opportunity for you to own core services architecture and develop your system design capabilities as we revolutionize the massage therapy industry. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Aescape is the NY-based lifestyle robotics company redefining self-care. 

Backed by $128MM in funding from investors like Valor Equity Partners (an early investor in Tesla and SpaceX), we launched the world’s first-to-market AI-powered robotic massage experience with Equinox in August 2024 and quickly went viral: WIRED, Fast Company, Popular Science, Sports Business Journal, Fortune, Vogue and Bloomberg are only some of the leading publications that have covered our technology, with celebs like Will Smith posting about us.

Since then, we’ve announced partnerships with global industry leaders across hospitality, pro sports, corporate wellness, and luxury real estate — with more on the horizon as we supercharge growth.

As a staff / principal Backend Engineer at Aescape you will

• Design and implement scalable, robust APIs in Golang that power our main applications.

• Develop and optimize data pipelines to process, analyze, and deliver critical business insights.

• Enforce best practices in coding, testing, and documentation across the team.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in both development and production environments.

• Contribute to architectural discussions and strategic planning for our backend ecosystem.

• Be diligent, curious, and take complete ownership of your code end-to-end with a clear sense of urgency. 

• Leverage data-driven insights to refine system performance and functionality.

• Drive data-informed decisions by leveraging analytics to refine system performance.

• Collaborate closely with Product and Design teams to shape innovative features.

• 5+ years of demonstrated proficiency in at least one or more programming languages (e.g., Go, Python, or similar). 

• Degree in-or experience equivalent to Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering. 

• Strong understanding of database design and modeling (e.g., PostgreSQL).

• Proven track record developing scalable systems and RESTful services.

• Experience building and maintaining data pipelines and ETL processes.

• Understanding of automated testing, deployment processes, and tools.

• Bias toward action - iteratively creating solutions and deploying to production frequently.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work hybrid in our NYC or SF offices.

• Experience with data streaming technologies (Kafka, Kinesis, etc.). Familiarity with machine learning, signal processing, or computer vision algorithms.

• Experience analyzing data from IoT devices or robotics sensors.

• Flexibility to tackle diverse projects across software, data, and machine learning.

• The chance to make a difference with a product that will make the world a healthier place.

• Early stage equity in a company led by serial entrepreneurs with multiple exits.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance covered by us.

• 401k with up to a 4% company match.

• Unlimited vacation, generous parental leave.

• Working late? Dinner is on us.

• Super interesting, challenging-but-tractable technical problems to solve.

• We’ll grow together—your personal and professional growth are equally important.

• An environment that empowers individuals, emboldens teams, and rewards achievement.

• Competitive pay + bonus + equity plan. The base salary range for the role is $185,000-$205,000.

At Aescape, we're on a mission to redefine self-care for a better world, and we're seeking trailblazers to join us on this journey. We're inspired by individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to learn. We value diverse perspectives and resourceful, determined individuals who are committed to making a difference. At Aescape, we empower people to reach their full potential, just as our product empowers better living. If you're ready to innovate, create, and make a meaningful impact, we want you on our team. YOUR JOURNEY. YOUR AESCAPE.