Staff Software Engineer, Capital

BetterCloud; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Disability & Life Insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

ACV Auctions Inc. is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable software solutions.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, data-driven applications and drive technical excellence across portfolios. You will lead with strong Python expertise, distributed systems experience, and a proven track record in DevOps, testing, and performance optimization.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science or related discipline or equivalent practical experience.
• Expert experience with Python.
• Expert experience with Distributed Systems Design and/or Event-Driven development.
• Expert experience with pyramid testing methodologies.
• Expert experience with build & deployment automation (CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Jenkins/TeamCity).
• Experience with AWS, SQL, and Pub/Sub patterns (Kafka).
• Expert experience with version control systems (Git).
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and deployment automation.
• 8+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Actively and consistently support efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• Build on, establish, and document best practices and coding standards.
• Support product delivery teams by providing guidance on technical solutions.
• Conduct code reviews, develop high-quality documentation, and build robust test suites.
• Own the overall performance of products and frameworks within a defined area of focus.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to multiple teams.
• Lead and complete software projects with minimal management.
• Develop roadmaps and prioritize technical debt to plan features and work.
• Respond to and troubleshoot highly complex problems quickly and effectively.

Skills

Python

Distributed systems design

Event-driven development

Technical leadership

Code reviews & testing

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Jenkins/TeamCity)

AWS

SQL

Kafka / Pub/Sub

Datadog / CloudWatch

Job description

Posted Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 4:00 AM

If you are looking for a career at a dynamic company with a people-first mindset and a deep culture of growth and autonomy, ACV is the right place for you! Competitive compensation packages and learning and development opportunities, ACV has what you need to advance to the next level in your career. We will continue to raise the bar every day by investing in our people and technology to help our customers succeed. We hire people who share our passion, bring innovative ideas to the table, and enjoy a collaborative atmosphere.

Who we are:

ACV is a technology company that has revolutionized how dealers buy and sell cars online. We are transforming the automotive industry. ACV Auctions Inc. (ACV), has applied innovation and user-designed, data driven applications and solutions. We are building the most trusted and efficient digital marketplace with data solutions for sourcing, selling and managing used vehicles with transparency and comprehensive insights that were once unimaginable. We are disruptors of the industry and we want you to join us on our journey. Our network of brands include ACV Auctions, ACV Transportation, ClearCar, MAX Digital and ACV Capital within its Marketplace Products, as well as, True360 and Data Services.

At ACV we focus on the Health, Physical, Financial, Social and Emotional Wellness of our Teammates and, to support this, we offer:

• Multiple medical plans including a high deductible, low cost health plan
• Company-sponsored (paid) Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Comprehensive optional benefits such as Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life/AD&D, Legal/ID Protection, and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including uncapped vacation days, the greater of 3 paid sick days or in accordance with the applicable state or local paid sick leave law, 6 paid company holidays, 2 floating holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, voting leave, and other forms of paid leave as required by applicable law or regulation
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with additional opportunities to earn stock in the Company
• Retirement planning through the Company’s 401(k)

What you will do:

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Staff Software Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain software applications that solve real-world problems and enhance our products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and innovative solutions.

• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• Build on, establish, and document best practices and coding standards.
• Support product delivery teams by providing guidance on technical solutions when asked.
• Conduct code reviews, develop high-quality documentation, and build robust test suites.
• Own the overall performance of products and frameworks within a defined area of focus.
• Previous experience leading POCs or technical tool adoption initiatives.
• Provide technical support for multiple applications within the technology portfolio, including both code development and DevOps.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to multiple teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.
• Be empowered to lead and complete software projects with minimal guidance from managers.
• Lead team discussions to define technical requirements for new and current products.
• Develop roadmaps and prioritize technical debt to effectively plan features and work.
• Respond-to and troubleshoot highly complex problems quickly, efficiently, and effectively.
• Other duties as assigned

What you will need:

• BS degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Expert experience with Python.
• Expert experience with Distributed Systems Design and/or Event-Driven development.
• Expert experience and understanding of pyramid testing methodologies.
• Expert experience with build & deployment automation (CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Jenkins/TeamCity).
• Experience with AWS, SQL, and Pub/Sub patterns (Kafka).
• Expert experience with version control systems (Git).
• Expertise in architecting secure and scalable financial systems, with a deep understanding of data encryption, access controls, fraud detection, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience building and optimizing workflows for the loan origination lifecycle (e.g., application, credit assessment, funding, portfolio management).
• Hands-on experience with the integration of financial platforms, such as loan origination systems (LOS), ERPs, and servicing systems.
• Experience maintaining and extending an existing codebase, adapting to pre-existing patterns and tracing the code’s path of execution.
• Expert experience in debugging, profiling, and optimizing distributed systems using tools like Datadog, CloudWatch Logs, and distributed tracing frameworks.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Deployment automation.
• 8+ years of experience.

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Our Values

Trust & Transparency | People First | Positive Experiences | Calm Persistence | Never Settling

At ACV, we are committed to an inclusive culture in which every individual is welcomed and empowered to celebrate their true selves. We achieve this by fostering a work environment of acceptance and understanding that is free from discrimination. ACV is committed to being an equal opportunity employer regardless of sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires reasonable accommodation, please let us know.

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Compensation: The compensation range for this position is listed in the "Job Details" section at the bottom of this posting. Please note that final compensation will be determined based upon the applicant's relevant experience, skill set, location, business needs, market demands, and other factors as permitted by law.