Lead Engineer

Gainor Staffing

United States

Remote

USD 220,000 - 310,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Lead Engineer to join their rapidly growing team. This pivotal role involves coding, managing an offshore engineering team, and driving major product releases. With strong potential for growth into a Head of Engineering position, the Lead Engineer will help shape the future of this high-growth startup. The role offers a competitive compensation package, including equity, and the flexibility of remote work. If you are a hands-on leader with a passion for technology and a startup mindset, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

8+ years in software engineering, preferably in a high-growth SaaS or ecommerce startup.
Strong full-stack experience with Node.js for backend and React for frontend.

Responsibilities

Define and enforce sprint cycles, manage development timelines, and hold the offshore team accountable.
Actively write and review code, improve architecture, and maintain high-quality standards.

Skills

Node.js

React

Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)

SQL

Database Schema Design

Leadership

Tools

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Job description

This range is provided by Gainor Staffing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$220,000.00/yr - $310,000.00/yr

The company is transforming D2C eCommerce with digital memberships that boost customer lifetime value, increase profitability, and create predictable revenue streams. Backed by serial entrepreneurs with a track record of scaling high-growth ventures, the company is experiencing rapid month-over-month growth and aims for a billion-dollar valuation by 2028. Reporting to an experienced CTO, the Lead Engineer will be the first U.S. engineering hire, playing a pivotal role in bridging business strategy and execution. This hands-on role involves coding, managing an offshore engineering team, driving major product releases, and making key technical decisions. With strong potential for growth into a Head of Engineering role, this is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a high-growth startup. Compensation ranges from $220K-$310K per year plus equity, with remote work and frequent travel for leadership meetings.

Job Responsibilities

Engineering Execution: Define and enforce sprint cycles, manage development timelines, and hold the offshore team accountable.
Code Contribution: Actively write and review code, improve architecture, and maintain high-quality standards.
Scalable Solutions: Architect scalable solutions to optimize the tech platform for fast-growing ecommerce businesses.
Site Reliability: Manage site reliability efforts during US business hours, ensuring optimal system performance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with the COO/CTO, Chief Product Officer, and President to align engineering with business goals.
Offshore Team Management: Mentor and manage India-based engineers, ensuring efficient communication and execution.
Technical Direction: Guide infrastructure choices, performance optimizations, and security best practices.

Screening Requirements

Experience: 8+ years in software engineering, preferably in a high-growth SaaS or ecommerce startup. Strong full-stack experience with Node.js for backend and React for frontend.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in RDBMS like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and experience with database schema design, SQL querying, and data manipulation. Previous experience in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE).
Leadership & Mindset: Hands-on leader willing to code daily while mentoring engineers. Experience working with offshore teams and enforcing deadlines effectively. Startup mindset: scrappy, entrepreneurial, and thrives in a fast-paced, execution-driven environment.

Gainor provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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