Software Engineer II

Slate Auto; United States; Remote; USD 123,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Equity program

Discretionary annual incentive

Job summary

Slate is building a direct-to-consumer EV platform in the USA, seeking a Software Development Engineer II to design, implement, and ship features across the customer journey—from discovery to ownership. You’ll collaborate with product, UX, and senior engineers, solving diverse problems in a fast-paced environment with measurable impact on the customer experience.

You will own feature quality, participate in reviews, and contribute to a culture of grit and continuous improvement, advancing

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience building and shipping features in customer-facing software.
• Knowledge of web services and APIs, including testing and code review.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deliver features and components independently with minimal direction.
• Code and test your work and participate in code and design reviews.
• Own the quality of what you ship, including unit and functional tests.
• Solve a variety of problems creatively, weighing relevant factors and choosing sound methods.
• Collaborate with UX and product to understand customer needs and build the right thing.
• Maintain a strong understanding of your area and make good decisions within it.
• Take direction on new assignments and seek input as trade-offs grow.
• Share knowledge with teammates and help others get up to speed.

Skills

Software development

APIs & web services

Independent work

Tools

Web services

APIs

Testing & Code review

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.

Who we are looking for:

Slate is looking for a Software Development Engineer II to build and ship features for our digital platform. We’re building a direct-to-consumer EV brand from the ground up, and our software connects customers to their Slate at every step, from discovering and customizing their vehicle to managing their ownership journey.

You’ll design and deliver features, work with product, UX, and senior engineers, and see your work reach customers quickly.

You work independently, enjoy solving a variety of problems, and are eager to grow in a fast-moving environment. At Slate, there is no distance between what you build and the impact it creates. Your work will help define how customers experience an entirely new automotive brand

What you get to do:

• You design, build, and deliver features and components independently, with little day-to-day direction.
• You code and test your work and take part in code and design reviews.
• You own the quality of what you ship, including unit and functional tests.
• You solve a variety of problems creatively, weighing the relevant factors and choosing sound methods.
• You work with UX and product teammates to understand customer needs and build the right thing.
• You have a full working understanding of your area and make good decisions within it.
• You take general direction on new assignments and ask for input when the trade-offs get larger.
• You share what you know with teammates and help others get up to speed.

What you bring to the team:

• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience building and shipping features in customer-facing software systems.
• Working knowledge of web services, APIs, and modern software development practices, including testing and code review.
• Ability to solve a variety of problems and work independently on day-to-day tasks.
• Experience consuming or integrating third-party APIs.
• Experience with ecommerce or marketplace systems is a plus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

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

SALARY RANGE

The compensationfor this position is the range Slate reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; work location; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

123,339.00 - 185,009.00 USD Annual

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Slate offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in the equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, 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 Affinitive 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

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