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Staff Software Engineer

Staff Software Engineer leads technical architecture, product delivery, and mentors engineers for a vertical AI ERP platform in real estate and construction. Requires 8+ years experience in SaaS or fintech with expertise in scalable systems.

About the job

Responsibilities

  • Own the execution and delivery of product priorities in collaboration with the product and design team
  • Lead the technical architecture and design of our software, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and security
  • Align technical solutions with business needs and product vision
  • Drive technical discussions and decision-making processes, ensuring alignment with overall company goals and technology strategy
  • Mentor and guide a team of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement
  • Lead by example in writing high-quality, maintainable, and robust code
  • Stay on top of emerging technologies and industry trends, advocating for the adoption of new technologies where appropriate

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with a proven track record in SaaS, fintech or related fields
  • Deep expertise in modern software development practices and a broad range of technologies and frameworks
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling complex technical challenges
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire engineering teams
  • Experience in architectural design and decision-making for scalable, high-performance systems

What we offer

  • Competitive salary plus meaningful equity
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) match and flexible PTO policy
  • A seat at the table in a rapidly scaling vertical AI startup
  • Unlimited opportunities for professional growth and leadership

Skills

SaaS, Fintech, Software Architecture, Scalable Systems, Modern Software Development, High-Performance Systems

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