Lead Software Engineer

Workonomics; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative startup is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their new NYC office. This role involves building core products and developing backend APIs that enable developers to embed quality throughout the software development process. With a focus on high-performance systems and SaaS architecture, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, working alongside a talented team to create significant business value. If you are a seasoned engineer with a passion for technology and a desire to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Tech Lead level engineer with expertise in building high-performance backend APIs.
• Strong understanding of SaaS architecture and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend APIs involving LLM prompts.
• Collaborate with product teams to enhance user experience.

Skills

Backend API Development

High-Performance Systems

SaaS Architecture

Collaboration with Product Teams

Experience in Startup Environments

Tools

AWS

GCP

Job description

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

Base pay range

$175,000.00/yr - $215,000.00/yr

Size | 60 people

Role | Lead Software Engineer

Areas | SaaS, backend, high performance systems, APIs

Hybrid | 2-3 days a week in-office

Workonomics is partnering with a Series-A funded ($40m) startup; whose product is enabling developers to embed quality in every phase of software development, build faster, and create business value.

They've already established product market fit, passed $1M ARR, and have a number of Fortune 100 customers.

They're now seeking their first engineer for their brand new NYC office.

You’ll be building out their core product, designing and developing backend APIs involving LLM prompts, collaborating with product to craft a user experience that matters.

You’ll enjoy and succeed in this role if you:

• are a Tech Lead level engineer (this won’t suit an early Senior looking to step up)
• are specialised in building high-performance, Internet-scale backend APIs
• have great understanding SaaS apps architecture running in AWS / GCP
• love working in uncertain, fast-paced, big-vision startup environments
• are based in Tri-State New York (this will require hybrid working)

If this sounds like you, please hit apply for more specifics about the company and role.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology and Engineering

Industries

Technology, Information and Media and Software Development