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Administrative Assistant 3

Redmond, WA · On-site

$4.0K - $4.8K/mo

DPG Town Halls, DPG Intern events, DPG Hackathon events, and DPG Give Campaign events, to name a few. • Calendar Management: Chief of Staff, DPG team calendar, and Private Conf Rms • Executive ...

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How much do hackathon jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for hackathon in Seattle, WA is $35.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $35.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hackathon vs Software Developer?

AspectHackathonSoftware Developer
Required credentialsTypically no formal credentials required; focus on skills and creativityUsually requires a degree or certifications in computer science or related fields
Work environmentIntensive, short-term event often held over a weekend or few daysLong-term employment in office or remote settings, ongoing projects
Employer and industry usageOrganized by companies, universities, or communities to foster innovationEmployers in tech, finance, healthcare, and more, developing software solutions
Common search and comparison intentUnderstanding event-based coding competitions vs ongoing software roles

While a hackathon is a short-term, collaborative event focused on rapid development and innovation, a software developer is a long-term professional role involving ongoing project work, coding, and system design. Both involve programming skills, but hackathons emphasize creativity and problem-solving in a condensed timeframe, whereas software developers work on sustained projects within organizations.

What are the most commonly searched types of Hackathon jobs in Seattle, WA? The most popular types of Hackathon jobs in Seattle, WA are:
Infographic showing various Hackathon job openings in Seattle, WA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 42% Full Time, 54% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 45% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 54% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,416 per year, or $35.8 per hour.

Backend Engineer

Clerkie

Seattle, WA • Remote

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

About Clerkie

Clerkie is a fintech startup on a mission to democratize financial wellness using the power of artificial intelligence. Launched in 2018, Clerkie began with an app, aiming to help the nearly 123 million underserved Americans in need of financial guidance. Since its inception, the company has expanded its services and now pairs consumer guidance with cutting-edge B2B software. By pairing the two through the Clerkie network, these tools have become the go-to resource for creditors looking to manage loan losses while simultaneously helping millions of borrowers get out of debt.

Clerkie is a remote-first company, with over 40 employees spanning 4 time zones across the United States. To date, the company has raised $41 million, including a $33 million Series A round in early 2023. Investors include leading financial and venture institutions, including Citi Ventures, Left Lane Capital, Wellington Ventures, Flourish Ventures, and Vestigo Ventures.

About the role

We're looking for a Backend Engineer who wants to build and own critical systems in a fast-moving environment. This role is ideal for someone with strong backend fundamentals who is ready to take on meaningful ownership. You'll work on systems that power Clerkie's platform and support both internal and external product experiences.

At Clerkie, engineers operate with a high degree of ownership and autonomy. You'll collaborate across functions, contribute to technical decisions, and help ensure the platform remains reliable as we grow. Because we're still early, this role goes beyond implementation you'll play a role in shaping how we build and evolve our systems over time.

Here's what you'll do
  • Design, build, and maintain backend services
  • Contribute to system reliability, performance, and scalability
  • Participate in technical design discussions and decision-making
  • Support feature development across the platform
  • Improve visibility into system health and performance
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver a seamless user experience
  • Contribute to internal engineering practices and documentation
Here's a snapshot of what the Engineer team tackled recently
  • Scaled backend systems to support growing enterprise usage
  • Built new infrastructure to support partner integrations
  • Improved system observability and production reliability
  • Supported high-priority product initiatives tied to revenue growth
  • Collaborated closely with leadership on technical direction and tradeoffs
  • Refined how we build, ship, and maintain systems
  • Helped clean up and organize Coda, our internal knowledge hub, to make life easier for future new hires (like you!)
  • Onboarded a new teammate to the Engineering team and updated internal rituals to set them up for success
  • Spent the day on a private ranch in Jackson Hole horseback riding, axe throwing, eating outside a Michelin Star chef's table, roasting smores under the stars, and celebrating your latest hackathon win
  • And more! From big wins to team traditions, it's been a big year so far and we're just getting started

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About Clerkie

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Industry

Software development

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

San Francisco, CA, US

Year founded

2017