Senior Software Engineer - Unreal Gigs

We're seeking a senior/principal software engineer to take ownership of our core user-facing app. You'll thrive in a small team environment, making decisions on thoughtful development versus rapid deployment. With autonomy and responsibility, you'll shape the direction and architecture of our app and backend data infrastructure.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with the engineering team on Narrator's main user-facing app.
2. Design and execute solutions across frontend to backend, leveraging autonomy and responsibility.
3. Contribute to refining coding standards, processes, and overall software development improvement.

Experience:

• 6+ years as a professional software engineer, specializing in frontend or full-stack development.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with React or similar frontend frameworks (Angular, Vue, etc.).
• Proficiency in building backend APIs to support frontend requirements.
• Track record of building, designing, or maintaining sizable and complex systems (either frontend or backend).
• Experience in mentoring junior engineers.

Ideal Requirements:

• Passion for crafting functional and visually appealing frontend experiences.
• Understanding of code maintainability, refactoring, testing, and tech debt management.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, make independent decisions, and tackle business problems with technology.

Preferred Skills:

• Eye for design, with the ability to create aesthetically pleasing interfaces.
• Previous startup experience or familiarity with our tech stack:
• React, TypeScript, Kubernetes, XState, GraphQL, Python.

Benefits

1. Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
2. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
3. Flexible work hours and remote work options.
4. Opportunities for professional growth and development.
5. Collaborative and supportive team environment.
6. Contribution to shaping the future of our product and technology.
7. Work-life balance and emphasis on employee well-being.

Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000 USD