Who we are and what we do
Contra is building the world’s first professional network for independent creatives and the companies that hire them. We are commission-free, global, and focused on enabling the future of flexible work. Alongside our network and marketplace, we’re launching new product lines including Contra for Companies, Contra Ads Network, and Creative RLHF & Evaluation Services for AI labs and creative-tool companies.
We've raised over $51M from leading investors like NEA, Unusual Ventures, and Cowboy Ventures—and we're just getting started.
What you'll do:
- Build end-to-end features in our TypeScript, GraphQL, React monorepo, including AI capabilities (LLMs, embeddings, vector search, evals)
- Ship polished AI-driven user experiences that delight users
- Contribute to test suite, RFC process, code reviews, and cross-functional product development
- Maintain code quality, eliminate technical debt, and improve performance
What you need:
- Strong understanding of modern LLM systems, products and workflows
- Experience building performant, scalable systems with TypeScript, React, GraphQL
- Excellence in independent problem-solving with high standards for quality
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, remote environment with strong communication skills
Our Stack:
- Backend: TypeScript, PostgreSQL, GraphQL, NodeJS, Redis, Temporal
- Frontend: React, Relay, PandaCSS
- Data: Airbyte, dbt, Google BigQuery
- DevOps: ArgoCD, Docker, GitHub, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes
- Testing: Playwright, Vitest
- Tools: Linear, Mergify, PostHog, Slack, Turbo
- AI: OpenAI, Cursor, Supermaven, CodeRabbit (for code reviews — it’s actually great!)
Total Comp:
- Salary: $180,000 - $210,000 CAD
- Health + dental benefits
- Home Office Budget
- We will provide you with a company laptop on your start date
Interview Process
- Intro Call with Recruiting Team (15-20 minutes)
- Interview with CTO & Co-Founder (30 minutes)
- Technical Interview with Engineering Manager (60 minutes)
- Culture & Cross-Functional Interview (40 minutes)
- Interview with CEO & Co-Founder (30 minutes)
Note: Contra communicates with applicants through @contra.com domains only. We never ask for money from potential employees. For the latest job postings, visit Contra Careers.
