Software Engineer
Senior full‑stack engineer building scalable back‑ends and customer‑facing tools for the Sales & Retail platform, collaborating with product and business partners, and leveraging Java, JavaScript/React, Node.js, AWS, microservices, and CI/CD pipelines.
About The Role
What You Get To Do Every Day
Design and Develop : Lead the architecture and development of software solutions, making strategic decisions that influence our technical direction.
Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with cross-functional teams to align technology development with business objectives, effectively communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Code Review and Quality Assurance: Perform rigorous code reviews and advocate for best coding practices to ensure our products are efficient and maintainable.
Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and contributing to a culture of excellence.
Stay Ahead of the Curve: Research emerging technologies and trends in software engineering, identifying opportunities to enhance our projects and processes.
Problem-Solving: Address complex technical challenges with innovative solutions, anticipating potential issues to ensure smooth project execution.
What You Bring To The Role
Minimum Requirements:
At least 8 years of software development experience
Required experience with Java and Ruby
Proven experience with the development, scaling, and maintenance of distributed systems
Solid understanding of software engineering principles, architectural design, and agile development methodologies
Excellent analytical abilities and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to work independently on complex issues
Effective communication skills, capable of conveying complex ideas clearly and concisely
Preferred Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
8+ years of software development experience with a track record of successfully shipping consumer or business facing products
Experience with Elixir is a plus
Familiarity with Front-end JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue, etc.)
Familiarity with Gradle and Spring Boot
Familiarity with Python
Familiarity with AWS
Contributions to open-source projects or a strong GitHub portfolio.
Compensation, Benefits, + Perks
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401K with Company Match
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
9 Paid Company Holidays
Flexible Time Off (With Manager Approval)
Find out more about our Benefits here.
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Posted June 23, 2026