About the role
Build, extend, and support our backend platforms to collect trusted business data.
Collaborate with other engineering groups to build instant-access APIs and streaming solutions that make it easy to consume business data.
Partner with our database teams to select and optimize the appropriate storage solutions for our scalability needs.
Create tools and services to continuously monitor and maintain high quality data
Make build-or-buy decisions that help us reach our business goals.
About the company
Yelp engineering culture is driven by our values: we're a cooperative team that values individual authenticity and encourages creative solutions to problems. All new engineers deploy working code their first week, and we strive to broaden individual impact with support from managers, mentors, and teams. At the end of the day, we're all about helping our users, growing as engineers, and having fun in a collaborative environment.
At Yelp, app backend engineers play a vital role in building the systems that power our websites and mobile apps, helping millions of users connect with great local businesses. Our engineering culture is rooted in collaboration, authenticity, and creative problem-solving. From day one, you'll deploy real code, tackle meaningful technical challenges, and have the support of experienced mentors and teammates. Whether you're optimizing large-scale distributed systems, refining APIs, or ensuring data flows seamlessly, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact while growing your skills in a dynamic and fun environment.
