Staff Software Engineer
A fast-growing, remote-first technology company is building the next generation of web content infrastructure and is looking for a Staff Software Engineer to help define and scale a modern, real-time platform. This is a high-impact, zero-to-one opportunity where youβll shape architecture, influence product direction, and build systems used by developers and content teams at scale.
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Role:
π Design and own the architecture of a real-time, collaborative web platform
π§© Build scalable backend services (APIs, sync systems, cloud infrastructure)
π¨ Develop modern frontend systems for real-time editing and publishing workflows
π Define integration layers including APIs, webhooks, and extensibility models
βοΈ Drive technical decisions balancing scalability, performance, and usability
π€ Collaborate closely with product, design, and cross-functional teams
π Mentor engineers and set high standards for code quality and architecture
π§ Contribute to UX and system design for complex, stateful applications
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Requirements:
π Bachelorβs degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
πΌ 10+ years of full-stack software engineering experience
π Strong experience building distributed systems and cloud-native applications
β‘ Expertise in both backend (APIs, services) and frontend (modern UI frameworks)
π Experience with real-time or collaborative systems (live sync, event-driven apps)
βοΈ Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure, or similar)
π Deep understanding of API design (REST, GraphQL, event-driven architectures)
π§© Strong knowledge of frontend architecture, state management, and performance
π£οΈ Excellent communication and ability to work in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
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Benefits:
π° Competitive salary: $164,160 β $205,200 USD
π Equity and performance-based incentives
ποΈ Flexible time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
π₯ Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
πΆ Paid parental leave and family support benefits
π Learning & development resources (courses, training, etc.)
π§ Monthly wellness and personal development allowance
π Fully remote work flexibility with optional office access
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Skills Keywords:
Full-Stack Development, Distributed Systems, Real-Time Systems, Cloud Computing, AWS, GCP, API Design, GraphQL, REST APIs, Frontend Architecture, React, State Management, Backend Services, Event-Driven Architecture, Web Platform Engineering, Collaboration Tools, DevOps, Microservices.