Senior Software Engineer (5 – 8 years)

Keyloop; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Keyloop is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead complex, multi-sprint initiatives and deliver robust, scalable software across our technology stack. You will mentor engineers, shape architectural direction, and drive best practices in an AI-assisted development environment.

You will work across a variety of languages and platforms, applying fundamentals, design patterns, and modern DevOps practices to deliver high-quality systems that power automotive retail platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience with growth in scope and complexity.
• Strong fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, and design patterns as well as system design and distributed systems principles.
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable, maintainable, and well-tested software systems across diverse stacks.

Responsibilities

• Own complex, multi-sprint projects and set engineering standards.
• Design and implement robust, scalable software systems.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and influence team practices.
• Drive technical direction and architecture decisions across the team.

Skills

Data structures

Algorithms

Design patterns

System design

Distributed systems

Programming language proficiency

Scalable software design

TDD/BDD, CI/CD

Cloud-native concepts

Data modeling & databases

API design & SOA

Monitoring & observability

AI-assisted development tools

Fundamentals first

5 years of experience

Tools

GitHub Copilot

Cursor

Claude Code

Job description

Keyloop bridges the gap between dealers, manufacturers, technology suppliers and car buyers.

We empower car dealers and manufacturers to fully embrace digital transformation. How? By creating innovative technology that makes selling cars better for our customers, and buying and owning cars better for theirs.

We use cutting-edge technology to link our clients’ systems, departments and sites. We provide an open technology platform that’s shaping the industry for the future. We use data to help clients become more efficient, increase profitability and give more customers an amazing experience. Want to be part of it?

As a Senior Software Engineer at Keyloop, you will be a technical leader within your team, owning complex, multi-sprint projects and setting the standard for engineering quality. You will design and implement robust, scalable solutions, mentor junior and mid-level engineers, and be a key driver of team culture and process improvements. We are tech stack agnostic: we believe a strong engineer with deep fundamentals and AI-assisted tooling can master any technology. This role is for engineers who combine deep technical expertise with strong ownership, collaboration, and the ability to influence technical direction at the team level.

Required Technical Skills & Qualifications

• Deep software engineering fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, design patterns, system design, and distributed systems principles
• Strong proficiency in at least one programming language, with a proven track record of picking up new languages, frameworks, and paradigms quickly
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable, maintainable, and well-tested software systems regardless of the underlying tech stack
• Strong experience with modern development practices: TDD/BDD, CI/CD, code reviews, and automated testing
• Solid understanding of cloud-native concepts, infrastructure patterns, and platform-level thinking
• Experience with data modelling, query optimization, and working across different database paradigms
• Understanding of API design, service-oriented architectures, event-driven patterns, and integration strategies
• Experience with monitoring, observability, and incident management practices
• Proficiency in leveraging AI-assisted and AI-driven development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code, agentic coding workflows) to accelerate development, architectural exploration, and technical problem-solving
• A tech stack agnostic mindset: we value engineers who master fundamentals and use AI-assisted tooling to work effectively across any technology
• 5 years of professional software development experience, with demonstrated growth in scope and complexity

Nice to have technical skills/qialifications

• Experience working across multiple programming languages, frameworks, or tech stacks in production environments
• Experience with containerization, orchestration, and infrastructure-as-code concepts
• Experience leading or contributing to cross-team technical initiatives
• Experience in the automotive, DMS, or SaaS product domain
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI-driven development workflows (agentic coding, multi-agent systems, prompt engineering) to solve complex engineering problems
• Experience coaching or enabling teams to adopt AI-assisted development practices
• SAFe or Agile certifications

What sets this role apart

• Tech stack agnostic philosophy: you will lead across technologies, not be confined to one. We invest in senior engineers who master fundamentals and leverage AI-assisted tooling to work effectively on any stack
• AI-first engineering culture: as an IC3, you will shape how your team adopts AI-driven development practices within Keyloop’s AI-Driven Development Program, influencing the next generation of engineering workflows
• True technical ownership: you will own the architecture, delivery, and operational health of critical systems, with the autonomy to drive meaningful change
• A clear, transparent career framework with defined competency expectations and pathways to Staff Engineer (IC4), Engineering Lead (M1), or other tracks that match your ambitions
• Real platform impact: you will work on the Fusion Automotive Retail Platform, designing solutions that connect every phase of the vehicle lifecycle at scale
• Investment in your leadership growth through continuous coaching, a Personal Development Plan (PDP), and the AI Champions enablement program

Why join us?

We’re on a journey to become market leaders in our space - and with that comes some incredible opportunities. Collaborate and learn from industry experts from all over the globe. Work with game-changing products and services. Get the training and support you need to try new things, adapt to quick changes and explore different paths. Join Keyloop and progress your career, your way.

An inclusive environment to thrive

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. One that respects all dimensions of diversity. We promote an inclusive culture within our business, and we celebrate different employees and lifestyles - not just on key days, but every day.

Be rewarded for your efforts

We believe people should be paid based on their performance so our pay and benefits reflect this and are designed to attract the very best talent. We encourage everyone in our organisation to explore opportunities which enable them to grow their career through investment in their development but equally by working in a culture which fosters support and unbridled collaboration.

Keyloop doesn’t require academic qualifications for this position. We select based on experience and potential, not credentials.

We are also an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We value diversity and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply

At Keyloop, AI is a daily ally: We encourage and train every employee to use our AI tools to boost their creativity and productivity.