About the role
The Role
The
Senior Software Engineer
is responsible for
designing, building, and operating mission-critical systems that power our deal and application lifecycle
. This role supports
our engineering organization by building scalable backend services and modernizing our platform from a monolithic architecture to micro-services
.
The ideal candidate will bring
5+ years of software engineering experience with strong backend expertise (Node.js/NestJS, TypeScript) and solid distributed-systems fundamentals
and will be expected to
own features end-to-end from requirements through development, QA, and production, lead technical design discussions, and mentor other engineers.
Location
This is a hybrid role based in
NYC
.
What You’ll Do
Own a slice of the product end-to-end — from requirements through development, QA, and production.
Execute day-to-day responsibilities related to
building and extending backend services and React frontends within a micro-service architecture
with accuracy, timeliness, and consistency.
Analyze, review, or maintain
services, APIs, and data models
to support business needs.
Partner with
product managers, QA, designers, and engineers across teams
to support
shared priorities and cross-team projects and ensure alignment.
Communicate updates, risks, blockers, and recommendations clearly and proactively.
Identify opportunities to improve
system reliability, scalability, and developer experience.
Use data, judgment, and business context to inform decisions and recommendations.
Manage assigned work independently and follow through on commitments, deadlines, and deliverables.
Ensure work is completed in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Perform other role-related responsibilities as assigned and aligned with business needs.
Requirements
5+
years of experience in
software engineering, with a strong backend focus.
Experience with
Node.js, NestJS, TypeScript, Go in production, including designing and operating APIs (REST/GraphQL) and relational data models (PostgreSQL).
Strong understanding of
distributed systems and micro-service architecture, including experience decomposing or migrating away from monolithic systems.
Demonstrated ability to manage
complex features end-to-end, partner with product and cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver high-quality work in a dynamic business environment.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (Master's degree preferred),
or equivalent practical experience.
Nice to Have
Experience working in a
fast-paced, high-growth, cross-functional
environment.
Experience using Node.js,
Go, GraphQL, AWS products, Redis, and React.
Master's degree in Computer Science or additional training in distributed systems or software architecture.
Prior experience
in fintech, insurance, or real estate technology
.
Benefits
Opportunities to make an impact within a fast growing company
Medical, dental, & vision insurance, beginning day one
Health savings account with employer contribution
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Flexible working hours
401(k)
Paid parental leave
Company sponsored short and long term disability
Flexible spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care, commuter)
Competitive salary
Base Salary
This is an individual contributor role, internally leveled as IC4.
The annual U.S. base salary range is $170,000–$205,000.
Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Individual pay is determined by work location, skills, experience, and other job-related factors, which will be discussed during the hiring process.
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