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FloQastFloQastLos Angeles, CA

Senior Staff Software Engineer, Applications

Leads architecture of scalable distributed systems for FloQast's accounting platform, defines technical strategy, mentors engineers, and partners cross-functionally. Requires 12+ years experience with Go, Node.js, MongoDB, and AWS.

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Hybrid12+ YOEBackend Engineering

About the role

What You'll Do

  • Architecting the Future: Design and deliver core platform capabilities for next-generation FloQast applications. Own the big picture, ensuring distributed systems are scalable, resilient, and elegant.
  • Technical Strategy & Excellence: Lead high-level design discussions resolving complex trade-offs. Establish rigorous engineering best practices to raise technical standards.
  • Cross-Functional Partnership: Bridge technical possibilities and business needs, partnering with Product and Design to translate goals into executable technical roadmaps.
  • Multiplier of Talent: Mentor senior engineers, fostering technical curiosity and high-performance execution.

What You'll Bring

  • 12+ years of experience shipping complex, enterprise-grade software.
  • Expert in modern backend stacks: Go, Node.js, MongoDB, AWS. Focus on APIs, platform-first design, secure SaaS architectures.
  • Strong product intuition for business impact and customer pain points.
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity, turning ideas into production reality through influence and clarity.

Skills

GoNode.jsMongoDBAWSAPIsDistributed SystemsSaas Architectures
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