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Lead Software Engineer

205k – 235kNew York, NYHybrid8+ YOE
Summary

Leads design, development, and deployment of scalable web applications and services using Python/Django backend and React/TypeScript frontend. Mentors engineers, collaborates cross-functionally, and owns system architecture with 8+ years experience and 1+ year leadership.

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of end-to-end web applications and services.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, Data Science, Compliance, and Security to define, scope, plan, and release projects.
  • Build for scale, availability, performance, and security for customer-facing applications.
  • Architect and own new features in our ecosystem, collaborating with other Engineers to integrate frontend and backend systems.
  • Provide robust technical documentation, code reviews, and promote best practices.
  • Monitor performance, debug issues, and ensure operational excellence.
  • Make key prioritization decisions with limited supervision.
  • Keep abreast of industry trends and ensure the company is taking advantage of the latest technologies and best practices.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of professional software engineering experience.
  • 1+ years of experience in a technical leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of API integration best practices (RESTful, GraphQL, SOAP).
  • Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and modern DevOps best practices.
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and test-driven development practices.
  • Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, collaborating across departments.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Nice-to-haves

  • PropTech/FinTech experience
  • Startup experience

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary + Pre-IPO equity.
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Health benefits, 401(k) matching up to 4%, monthly gym stipend, lunch provided every day.
Skills
PythonDjangoTypeScriptReactTemporal.ioPostgresRESTful APIsGraphQLAWSCI/CDGCPAzure
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