Staff Software Engineer

NewStore; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NewStore as a Staff Software Engineer and lead the technical direction of our platform. You will leverage your extensive experience to tackle complex challenges, mentor junior engineers, and promote best practices within a collaborative environment. This role offers generous PTO, professional growth opportunities, and flexible work options, reflecting our commitment to employee well-being and development.

Benefits

Generous PTO and R&R

Professional Growth Budget

Flexible Work Options

Balanced Work-Life Hours

Financial Rewards through Stock Options

Qualifications

• 13+ years of software development experience.
• A proven track record of delivering complex software solutions.
• Expertise in at least one critical technical area.

Responsibilities

• Define the technical vision and direction.
• Deliver impactful solutions balancing delivery and maintainability.
• Mentor junior engineers and advocate for best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

TDD

Clean Code

Communication

Job description

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The Role

The Role

Lead the way, not just the code. This Staff Engineer role is your chance to leverage your years of experience to tackle complex challenges, guide a large team, and shape the technical direction of our platform.

Become a technical authority: Set the bar for excellence in your domain and across the organization.

Mentor and empower: Foster the growth of junior engineers and share your knowledge.

Champion best practices: Advocate for TDD, clean code, and a well-architected platform.

Collaborate across domains: Unify diverse teams to create a seamless, future-proof solution.

What You'll Do

Define the technical vision: Lead discussions, identify architectural trade-offs, and guide the long-term technical direction of your domain.

Deliver impactful solutions: Balance rapid delivery with maintainability, ensuring the platform scales and thrives.

Be a hands-on leader: Work alongside your team, tackling complex problems and setting the standard for technical excellence.

Break down silos: Collaborate across domains to make informed design decisions that benefit the entire platform.

How We Work Together

We're a team that values empowerment, collaboration, and ownership. You'll be expected to make decisions based on data, fostering open discussions and adapting to new information.

Leadership by example: Hold yourself and others accountable for delivering high-quality work.

Mentorship and knowledge sharing: Empower your team by providing guidance and fostering a collaborative environment.

Focus on developer experience: Champion simplicity, clean code, and a streamlined workflow for all engineers.

DevOps mindset: Take full ownership of your domain, from design to deployment and monitoring.

You can learn more about our Minimum Standards of Product Development here

Your Story

Are you a technical leader with 13+ years of experience and a passion for building impactful and maintainable software? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can mentor others and make a real difference? If so, then this Staff Engineer role is the perfect opportunity for you!

• You have a proven track record of delivering complex software solutions in fast-paced environments.
• You're an expert in at least one technical area critical to our platform (e.g., database optimization, service frameworks, Kafka, container orchestration).
• You possess a deep understanding of modern software development methodologies (TDD, Pair Programming, Continuous Deployment) and can effectively champion them within your team.
• You have a strong architectural mindset and can guide discussions on technical trade-offs to arrive at well-considered solutions.
• Your excellent communication skills allow you to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• You're a natural leader who can inspire and motivate your team, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
  
  

This is just a glimpse into what it means to be a Staff Engineer at NewStore. If you're ready to take your leadership skills to the next level and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you!

Our Story

At NewStore, we're on a mission to create a seamless, app-based omnichannel experience that will change the game for innovative retail brands. And guess what? We're doing just that, by empowering brands in 40+ countries to run their entire stores on an iPhone, we're paving the way for a brighter future in retail, where shopping is an effortless, enjoyable experience.

At NewStore, our diversity is our greatest strength. Our team comprises over 40 nationalities, fostering a melting pot of unique perspectives, cultural experiences, and innovative ideas.

Join us in our mission to bring the joy back to retail and be part of a team that is breaking down barriers and creating a brighter future.

Perks And Benefits

Generous PTO and R&R: We prioritize your well-being with a generous PTO policy and a culture that encourages you to take the time you need to recharge and relax.

Professional Growth: We support your career development with a dedicated personal development budget and a learning-centric environment to help you advance your skills and knowledge.

Flexible Work Options: With the option to work remotely, you can create a work environment that suits your lifestyle and maximizes your productivity.

Balanced Work-Life: Our "life-friendly" working hours are designed to help you maintain a fulfilling career and a balanced personal life.

Financial Rewards: As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to participate in our success with employee stock options and a quarterly bonus based on company performance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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