{"id":22616,"date":"2024-02-07T16:48:41","date_gmt":"2024-02-07T21:48:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/?p=22616"},"modified":"2024-02-08T15:21:49","modified_gmt":"2024-02-08T20:21:49","slug":"job-apostrophe-founding-full-stack-back-end-engineer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/2024\/02\/07\/job-apostrophe-founding-full-stack-back-end-engineer\/","title":{"rendered":"JOB: Apostrophe Founding Full-Stack\/Back-End Engineer"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>Location:\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remote or New York City<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>About us:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apostrophe, operating under our platform name \u201cLink to Art,\u201d is revolutionizing the art industry by creating an all-in-one business operating system for artists. Mirroring the success of vertical SaaS platforms like\u00a0 &#8216;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/glossgenius.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GlossGenius<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8216; or &#8216;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pos.toasttab.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toast<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8216; but tailored for artists, our platform aims to transform fragmented, analog workflows and sales methods into streamlined, digital processes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On Link to Art, artists are equipped with tools to easily professionalize and modernize their businesses. We offer an intuitive suite of studio management features such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A digital portfolio and \u2018link in bio\u2019 tool via linkto.art\/<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">artistname<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Straightforward inventory, cataloging and sales functions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An easy-to-navigate collector relationship management (CRM) system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Embedded FinTech via Stripe Connect tailored to meet the unique needs of artist and art transactions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simplified shipping and insurance with Arta\u2019s integrated logistics API<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 all unified in one user-friendly platform.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Our Mission:\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To empower artists through technology by transforming their administrative and sales processes into simple, automated operations. As we develop this platform, we\u2019re seeking a Founding Full-Stack\/Back-End Engineer who shares our passion for technology and art, bringing expertise in web development, architecture, and innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The Role:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a Founding Full-Stack\/Back-End Engineer, you will shape the development and architecture of our platform, ensuring it delivers a top-notch experience across desktop and mobile. This role blends technical expertise and leadership. As a core member of our team, you will have the potential to shape the future of our company and the art industry overall.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Key Responsibilities:<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Architect and develop a responsive web-based solution that provides an exceptional user experience on both desktop and mobile browsers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage in hands-on coding and development, setting high standards for code quality, mobile responsiveness, and innovation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrate with FinTech &amp; Fulfillment solutions and APIs like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/stripe.com\/connect\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stripe Connect<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/api-reference.arta.io\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arta<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.affirm.com\/docs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Affirm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to enhance the platform&#8217;s financial capabilities and user experience.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employ agile development methodologies to facilitate rapid prototyping and iterative product evolution, with a focus on responsive design principles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(As we grow) lead the charge in building and nurturing a technology team, driving hiring, mentoring, and management efforts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Qualifications:<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proficient in JavaScript\/TypeScript, with experience in Node.js and React.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experience with SQL database management, or open to starting with MongoDB and integrating SQL as needed, based on project requirements.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experience with REST API integrations for implementation of financial and logistics platforms. Stripe Connect experience preferred. Bonus points for experience with Affirm and Arta API\u2019s.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A solid understanding of responsive web design principles and best practices.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Why Join Apostrophe:<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Influence<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Play a key role in shaping the future of technology in the art industry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Challenge:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Automate analog workflows and modernize outdated transaction methods.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Growth:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Work in a dynamic startup environment that supports continuous learning and development.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaboration<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Join a diverse, passionate team dedicated to empowering artists through technology.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Apply Now:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re excited about merging creativity with technology and making a tangible impact in the art world, we would love to hear from you. Apply to be a part of Apostrophe\u2019s journey in redefining the art industry. <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeUrCz0qMfoKAD_FI1PvgbJPrTNuxhQfKmbrt4ibCCYAzVVTg\/viewform\">Click here to apply.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note: Apostrophe is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status, and do not discriminate based on disability.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Location:\u00a0 Remote or New York City About us: Apostrophe, operating under our platform name \u201cLink to Art,\u201d is revolutionizing the art industry by creating an&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":123,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-22616","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-job","entry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22616","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/123"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=22616"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22616\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":22620,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22616\/revisions\/22620"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=22616"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=22616"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=22616"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}