Startup Backend Engineer ID-1027

Athlete to Athlete is a fast-growing, venture-backed start-up based in Los Angeles that offers Athletic Mentorship Programs for youth athletes. In our programs, student-athletes are paired with a current Division 1 College-Athlete Mentor who plays their sport and can help build their confidence, taking their game to the next level. Our mission is to build the next generation of driven, confident, and resilient student-athletes through mentorship.

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About the Role
In this position, you will be at the forefront of building and enhancing the digital backbone of Athlete to Athlete and a core member of our engineering team. As a Software Engineer with 2+ years of experience, you will play a crucial role in developing innovative solutions that connect youth athletes with their mentors seamlessly. You will be focusing on the backend engineering of our platform. This role requires a deep understanding of back-end development, including server-side logic, database management, and API development. Your contributions will not only support the technical growth of our platform but also help shape the future of youth mentorship in sports. You will own projects from start to finish and immediately see your impact firsthand. With high exposure to many aspects of the business, you will be involved with the ins and outs of a startup and help build systems from the ground up. In addition, you will work closely with the sales and operations teams to effectively coordinate efforts across the company. This is an on-site position based in Los Angeles.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain robust, scalable APIs and backend services using PHP, ensuring smooth data flow and system integration.
• Design and optimize SQL databases to manage data securely and efficiently.
• Partner with the Operations team to identify and implement improvements, streamlining the customer lifecycle and enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
• Communicate project updates, challenges, and solutions effectively with teammates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• 2+ years of industry experience
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, with meticulous attention to detail

Nice to Have

• College athletic experience
• Startup experience