Staff Software Engineer

FarCoder; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Annual bonus

Hybrid-hub model

Job summary

Engine is hiring a remote Staff Software Engineer to design, implement, and maintain highly available distributed systems. The role emphasizes AI-first development and agentic tool integration, with cross-functional collaboration across product and data science.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years building consumer-grade APIs using Node.js, TypeScript, Kotlin, React, and AWS, and are comfortable with system design, security, and performance considerations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on experience designing, implementing, and maintaining distributed systems.
• Experience building public-facing APIs with Node.js, TypeScript, Kotlin, React and AWS.

Responsibilities

• Design and drive system design across the team for scalable, secure, high-performance software.
• Mentor engineers and lead initiatives to improve efficiency and robustness.
• Collaborate with Product and Data Science to deliver seamless customer experiences.

Skills

TypeScript

React

Node.js

Kotlin

AWS

REST

Tools

Data Science

Design Principles

Scala

Security

Typescript

Job description

# Remote Staff Software Engineer Job at EngineUSA2 hours agoFull TimeUSA$25000 - $40000 USDTypeScriptReactNode.jsKotlinAWSRESTData ScienceDesign PrinciplesScalaSecurityTypescript“When applying, mention the word FarCoder to show you’ve read the job post completely. Employers can look for these words to identify genuine, thoughtful applicants and avoid spam.”## Job OverviewEngine is hiring a remote candidate for Staff Software Engineer. This is a full time position. Work location: USA.The role typically involves technologies such as TypeScript, React, Node.js, Kotlin, AWS, REST.This role involves building user interfaces using technologies such as React.## Key Responsibilities* Design and Implement: Drive System Design output across the team, craft innovative software systems and APIs that contribute to the success of Engine’s mission, focusing on scalability, security, and performance.* AI First Mindset: Deep agentic experience (Claude Code, Cursor, or comparable) tools; not just daily use, but in depth understanding of agentic workflows, how to build a harness, how to structure a codebase for agents, etc.* Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product and Data Science, to unlock new opportunities and deliver seamless experiences for our customers.* Leadership: Mentor mid-to-senior level engineers, and lead efforts to ensure the quality, scalability, and robustness of our software.* Ownership: Lead key initiatives that improve efficiency, enhance system performance, and drive customer satisfaction.## Required Skills### Primary Skills* TypeScript* React* Node.js* Kotlin* AWS* REST### Secondary Skills* Data Science* Design Principles* Scala* Security* TypescriptSkills required for this role include TypeScript, React, Node.js, and related tools for day-to-day development.## Job Details* **Employment Type:** Full Time* **Location:** USA* **Salary:** $25000 – $40000 USD## Tech StackTypeScript, React, Node.js, Kotlin, AWS, REST, Data Science, Design Principles, Scala, Security, Typescript## Role details### **About Engine**Engine is the AI-native platform for intelligent travel. For a decade, Engine has built the proprietary technology and supply behind modern business travel, serving over 38,000 customers and nearly 2 million travelers, along with leading travel and AI companies that build on Engine's infrastructure. One system powers business travel, group travel, human agents, and AI agents. That work has earned recognition as one of Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators (2025), TravelTech's Reservation Platform of the Year (2026), and one of Built In's Best Places to Work (2020–2026). We're looking for bold, ambitious people to help redefine how businesses manage and experience travel. Working here, you can expect exponential growth, an ambitious pace, full ownership, and high-caliber colleagues who push you to do the best work of your career. Every hire raises the bar. Come outpace the ordinary and build the future of travel with us.As a Staff Software Engineer at Engine, you’ll play a vital role in an environment where innovation meets collaboration. Here’s what you’ll take charge of:### **What You’ll Bring to Engine:**We’re looking for someone who’s ready to make an impact and grow alongside us:* **Experience:** 8+ years of hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining highly available and high-performing distributed systems. You have a proven track record of building public-facing (consumer-grade) APIs and managing the complexities of versioning, deprecation, and consumption-based rate limiting.+ Tech Stack: Node.js, TypeScript, Kotlin (or similar modern backend languages), React, and AWS* **Skills:** You’re a problem-solver with a strong grasp of software design principles, scalability, and system architecture. You thrive in fast-paced, innovative environments and prioritize Domain-Driven Design.* **AI-first as a daily practice, not a talking point.** You are actively using agentic coding tools (Claude Code, Cursor, or comparable) and you have a point of view on where they help, where they hurt, and how to set the team's defaults.*We accept applications for this role on an ongoing basis. We review applications as they are received and encourage interested candidates to apply early.***Compensation** Our compensation packages are based on several factors, including your experience, expertise, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, all roles receive equity. Depending on the role, total compensation may also include an annual bonus. Your recruiter will share your complete compensation package as you move through the process.Base Pay Range$200,000—$245,000 USD**The Engine Edge: Perks & Compensation** We believe in rewarding great work with great benefits:* **Compensation:** Competitive base pay tied to role and experience, with equity for all employees. Some roles are also eligible for bonuses or commissions.* **Benefits:** Check out our full list at engine.com/culture* **Environments for Success:** Different roles have different needs in terms of the environments that drive success which is why we have a hybrid-hub model. Whether you are in one of our amazing offices or fully remote, we'll make sure you have what you need to succeed.*Perks and benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and more*