Principal Software Development Engineer - Frontend

Slate Auto; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate is seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer - Frontend to lead our software development efforts in the electric vehicle space. You will define and build our digital customer experience and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment where your contributions directly influence the company’s direction and success.

You will lead architecture and design decisions, own end-to-end code quality, and mentor others while collaborating with UX and product teams to deliver innovative

Qualifications

• 12+ years of professional software development experience.
• 10+ years of programming experience with Java or C++.
• 10+ years of full-stack mobile development – Android / iOS or modern web browsers and services, mainly in Java in a Linux or Unix environment.
• 10+ years of experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems.
• 10+ years of experience with the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience.
• 7+ years of experience leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition, design, architecture, implementation, and delivery of Slate software.
• Code and test system components, leading code and design reviews.
• Own end-to-end code quality, system tests, functional tests, and integration.
• Relentlessly simplify, demonstrating significant innovation, creativity, and judgement when solving challenging problems.
• Collaborate with UX and product teams to build and invent new solutions and applications that put customers first.
• Be considered an authority on technical issues by the technical and business community and are frequently consulted for making difficult trade-off decisions.
• Drive awareness about the impact and consequences of technical decisions on the business, balancing technical leadership with strong business judgment to make the right long-term decisions about technology choices.
• Assist in the career development of others, actively mentoring individuals and the community on advanced technical issues and helping managers guide the career growth of their team members.

Skills

Software development

Java

C++

Full-stack mobile development

Architecture & design

SDLC experience

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Tools

Java

C++

Job description

About Slate

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

About Slate

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Slate is looking for a Principal Software Development Engineer - Frontend to help lead our software development in the electric vehicle space. You will focus on defining and building our digital customer experience. You must be able to thrive and succeed in a fast-paced startup environment where your contributions have a direct impact on the company’s direction and success and should not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• You lead the definition, design, architecture, implementation, and delivery of Slate software.
• You code and test system components, leading code and design reviews.
• You own end-to-end code quality, system tests, functional tests, and integration.
• You relentlessly simplify, demonstrating significant innovation, creativity, and judgement when solving challenging problems.
• You collaborate with UX and product teams to build and invent new solutions and applications that put customers first.
• You are considered an authority on technical issues by the technical and business community and are frequently consulted for making difficult trade-off decisions.
• You drive awareness about the impact and consequences of technical decisions on the business, balancing technical leadership with strong business judgment to make the right long-term decisions about technology choices.
• You assist in the career development of others, actively mentoring individuals and the community on advanced technical issues and helping managers guide the career growth of their team members.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.
• 12+ years of professional software development experience.
• 10+ years of programming experience with at least one modern language, such as Java or C++.
• 10+ years of experience in full-stack mobile development – Android / iOS or modern web browsers and services, mainly in Java in a Linux or Unix environment.
• 10+ years of experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems.
• 10+ years of experience with the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience.
• 7+ years of experience leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience.

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless ImprovementFast, Frugal, and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi­rmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].