# Staff Software Engineer, Tech Lead

**Company:** [Typeface](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/typeface)
**Location:** Palo Alto, CA, Seattle, WA
**Role:** Engineering Management
**Salary:** $218k – $234k/yr
**Experience:** 9+ years
**Skills:** React, Java, Python, Generative AI, Platform Engineering
**Posted:** 2026-03-04

> Leads engineering team in delivering Generative AI platform features, sets technical vision, mentors engineers, and collaborates cross-functionally. Requires 9-12 years experience with React, Java, Python, and BS in Computer Science.

## Job Description

## How You'll Make an Impact
- Be a key decision-maker, driving technical excellence and innovation
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers, set technical direction and drive team performance
- Lead the design and implementation of platform projects and features
- Lead large projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams including Product Management and Design
- Resolve technical problems and develop solutions that affect the organization and go beyond the team
- Champion engineering excellence and quality work
- Define the technical vision and roadmap for major projects
- Manage project scope, prioritize tasks, and ensure timely delivery and quality standards

## What You Bring
- 9-12 years relevant work experience and strong, hands-on technical background
- Experience with React, Java, and Python
- Excellent cross-team collaboration and communication skills on complex technical topics
- Enjoy collaborating with and mentoring others
- Track record of making continuous improvements to teams and technology
- Prior experience working at a high-growth startup or tech company
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or a related field

## Base Salary
The range for this role is $218,000-$234,000. Actual compensation may vary based on level, experience, and skillset as assessed in the interview process.

## Benefits
- Competitive compensation — including salary, equity, and 401(k)
- Full medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
- HSA and FSA options to support your financial wellness
- Flexible time off — including parental leave
- Well-being programs — resources to support your mental and physical health
- Daily lunch & snacks
- Mentorship & impact — work closely with top AI leaders on products that ship

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