Staff Backend Software Engineer

Who you are

• 10+ years of backend software development experience, with a strong foundation in Java and Spring Boot
• 4+ years of experience as a staff / principal engineer, preferably in an enterprise SaaS environment, leading cross-functional and cross-feature initiatives
• Proven experience in leading technical projects and mentoring engineers
• Extensive experience developing and maintaining large-scale, cloud-based web applications
• A creative problem-solving mindset and a passion for researching technologies
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset, with strong verbal and written proficiency in English
• A collaborative approach, enjoying regular interaction with a diverse range of stakeholders
• An interest in working on multiple projects and switching between different technical stacks
• If you are curious to discover Gong's wonderful and challenging world, what are you waiting for? Don’t delay—fill in your application details. Who knows, maybe there’s a Gongster in you!

What the job involves

• Want to tackle complex technical challenges, lead innovative solutions, and shape the future of our product? As a Staff Software Engineer at Gong, you will play a pivotal role in revolutionizing how companies understand their customer interactions
• You will be instrumental in designing and leading the development of scalable systems, working with cutting-edge technologies, and collaborating extensively with cross-functional teams across the organization to solve high-impact problems
• Design and implement scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs using Java, Spring Boot, and cloud technologies
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, guiding them in best practices and architectural decisions
• Drive the architectural vision and strategy for complex systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability
• Explore and integrate new technologies, APIs, and methodologies, including AI and ML capabilities
• Collaborate with internal teams (Product, GTM, and R&D groups) and external stakeholders to develop tailored solutions
• Be a part of a unique "special forces" team responsible for providing solutions to high profile customers with requirements that our product does not currently meet
• Rapidly switch between different areas of responsibility and technical stacks, contributing to multiple products and teams

Benefits

• Mental health support resources
• Flexible wellness fund
• Work from home stipend
• Generous vacation days
• Quarterly recharge company shutdowns
• Parental leave
• Employee equity
• Retirement savings
• Commuter & parking benefits
• Training & development programs
• Employee resource groups
• Mentorship opportunities