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Staff Full Stack Software Engineer

Staff Full Stack Software Engineer

CompanyVelocity Global
LocationPalo Alto, CA, USA
Salary$176000 – $229000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of professional experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on backend development and distributed systems.
  • Must have a lean mindset – Focus on delivering customer value by minimizing waste, optimizing workflows, fostering continuous improvement, and prioritizing in an iterative manner.
  • Deep expertise in TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, S3, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of system design, scalability, and performance optimization.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading technical projects from inception to deployment.
  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills, with a focus on delivering robust and reliable solutions.
  • Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of complex, scalable systems and services.
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver impactful features aligned with business objectives.
  • Drive technical decisions and set best practices for the team in areas such as coding standards, system design, and process improvements.
  • Build, optimize, and maintain applications and services using React JS, TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS in a serverless environment.
  • Mentor and guide engineers across the team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Conduct technical reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for the Payroll Engineering team, staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve high-priority technical issues in production systems.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with financial systems projects is a plus.