Software Engineer

WHO WE ARESQUIRE is the leading business management system designed for the needs of barbers, shop owners, and their communities. We believe the pursuit of artistry and autonomy should not be restricted by the complexities of running a business. With SQUIRE, we provide custom-branded tools, resources, and guidance to help barbers of all stages and experience levels attract and retain more customers, efficiently manage their shop operations, and increase their revenue.Founded in 2015, SQUIRE is trusted by barbers in 4,000+ shops in more than a thousand cities around the globe. From streamlined booking and opening new shops to real-time earning dashboards and building lasting customer relationships, SQUIRE supports shop owners in seamlessly bridging the gap between their personal craft and business goals. SQUIRE enables barbers everywhere to unlock their full potential both as artists and as entrepreneurs.For more information, please visit getsquire.com or download the SQUIRE app from the App or Play Store. SUMMARYAs a Backend Engineer, you will build in our Node.js backend stack while drawing on your experience in any high-level backend language (Java, Go, Python, etc.). If you’re not a Node specialist yet, that’s fine, you’ll ramp quickly with support from our AI-powered toolchain (Cursor, GPT-based reviewers, automated test agents)Your work will focus on creating scalable services and APIs that power SQUIRE’s platform and on leveraging AI to move faster and ship smarter.REPORTS TOEngineering ManagerJOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESCode in Node.js every day to design, implement, and maintain scalable services and APIsBring transferable expertise from Java, Go, Python, or similar to inform architecture, testing, and performance decisionsCollaborate with product managers and frontend engineers to deliver end-to-end features that delight our customersUse AI pair-programming and review tools (e.g., Cursor, GPT-based code reviewers) to boost quality and velocityHelp shape our AI-first engineering culture, experiment with new AI workflows, share learnings, and mentor teammatesTroubleshoot, optimize, and scale our Node.js/Nest.js services for reliability and performanceResponsibilities may evolve as we continue to adopt AI and grow our platformREQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS3+ years building backend services or APIs in a high-level language (Node.js, Java, Go, Python, etc.)Eagerness to work primarily in Node.js (experience is great but not required).Solid understanding of backend architecture, distributed systems, and API designProficiency with Git and Agile development practicesStrong communication skills and comfort working in a hybrid, distributed teamBachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferredBonus: payments or FinTech experienceEnglish proficiency is a must. You must be able to clearly communicate your ideas and work with English-speaking team membersMust be based in Buenos Aires with availability to work on-site in our office in CABA two days a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)Interview AccommodationsSQUIRE is committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to recruiting@getsquire.com and someone on our team will respond to your request.Equal Employment OpportunitySQUIRE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination ProvisionSQUIRE will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.