Senior Engineer

Who you are

• A strong appetite for learning and personal growth
• 7–10 years of progressive software engineering experience (leadership required)
• In-depth knowledge of modern software development practices and architectures
• Proficiency or ability to ramp up quickly with typed, functional programming in C# or TypeScript
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, with PostgreSQL expertise preferred
• Experience in system architecture, designing secure, scalable, and maintainable platforms
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS (or equivalent cloud)
• Strong knowledge of DevOps practices (Git, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code)
• Expertise in application and infrastructure security best practices
• Strong understanding of testing and automation practices
• Experience in performance optimization for reliability and scalability
• A strong interest in AI/ML applications in production systems
• Proven experience working in ambiguous, complex problem spaces with strong problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) and project delivery
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for all audiences
• Strategic problem-solving ability with adaptability in fast-changing environments
• A passion for mentoring and a commitment to fostering a culture of excellence

What the job involves

• The Senior Engineer is responsible for driving large-scale projects, delivering impactful features, and maintaining high engineering standards. You’ll solve complex problems, collaborate across teams, and mentor junior engineers while continuously improving our codebases and fostering a culture of technical excellence
• With deep expertise in modern software development and Agile practices, you’ll shape how we build, scale, and innovate—directly influencing product velocity and engineering culture
• Strategy
• Design scalable, maintainable, and secure service architectures
• Identify opportunities for platform-wide improvements, new service development, and reduction of technical debt
• Contribute to long-term platform vision and help shape standards for engineering excellence
• Contribute to long-term architectural planning and system design
• Technical / Execution
• Build backend services using C# in a Functional Programming paradigm or TypeScript for web and background worker applications
• Work with both SQL and NoSQL databases; PostgreSQL expertise preferred
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and Infrastructure as Code
• Apply security best practices across applications and infrastructure (secure coding, vulnerability assessments, secrets management)
• Continuously improve the codebase by upholding high standards for code reviews, architecture, testing, and deployment
• Act as the go-to expert for debugging, troubleshooting, and system reliability
• Team / Collaboration
• Grow as a technical mentor to multiply team impact by elevating skills and practices of peers and junior engineers
• Collaborate within your team and cross-functional teams to define requirements, scope projects, and deliver platform solutions
• Work closely with stakeholders to debug, troubleshoot, and resolve complex backend issues across the stack
• Contribute to engineering culture by modeling ownership, accountability, and a growth mindset
• Leadership
• Mentor and develop junior engineers through coaching, pairing, and feedback
• Champion engineering best practices, raising the bar for technical excellence across the team
• Model emotional intelligence and resilience, building trust and inspiring growth in others
• Research / Best practices
• Stay current on emerging technologies in distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and secure software practices
• Stay current on emerging technologies, frameworks, and architectures
• Promote Agile best practices and contribute to evolving team workflows (Scrum)
• Share insights on industry trends and competitor approaches to inform product and engineering strategy
• What success looks like:
• You consistently deliver complex, high-impact projects on time meeting both technical and business objectives
• You’re seen as a trusted technical leader and SME of your domain who raises the bar for engineering excellence across the team
• You proactively identify opportunities to optimize performance, security, and scalability, and successfully implement solutions
• You coach and influence peers, creating a ripple effect that improves team performance and morale

Benefits

• Learning & development opportunities
• Market competitive compensation
• Hybrid work environment
• Flexible paid time off
• Competitive healthcare benefits