Staff Software Engineer - Marketplace

ACV; United States; Remote; USD 160,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking technology company that is transforming the automotive industry. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will leverage your expertise in Java and Python to design innovative solutions that enhance customer experiences. With a focus on collaboration and autonomy, you'll work alongside talented engineers to tackle complex challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment that prioritizes the well-being of its teammates. Enjoy competitive compensation, generous paid time off, and a commitment to your personal growth in a culture that values trust and transparency.

Benefits

Multiple medical plans

Company-sponsored Short-Term Disability

Comprehensive optional benefits

Generous paid time off

Employee Stock Purchase Program

401(k) retirement planning

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Expert in Java and Python with strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience with CI/CD and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications.
• Conduct code reviews and establish best practices.
• Lead discussions to define technical requirements.

Skills

Java

Python

Distributed Systems Design

Event-Driven Development

Pyramid Testing Methodologies

CI/CD

GitHub Actions

Jenkins/TeamCity

AWS

Kubernetes

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline

Tools

Git

Elastic Search

Kafka

Job description

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. ACV’s network of brands includes 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)

Who we are looking for:

Our software engineering teams operate on a few common principles, working on interesting and challenging problems, enabling autonomy to develop and deploy the best solutions, and being surrounded by great engineers and a warm culture. These tenets allow our engineering teams to have large business impact and product ownership, which is critical to ACV Auctions continual growth.

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.

What you will do:

• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• 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.
• Provide technical support for multiple applications within the technology portfolio.
• 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 prioritizes 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:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• BS degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Expert experience with Java, 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 (or any big public cloud tech), Elastic Search, and Pub/Sub patterns (Kafka).
• Expert experience with version control systems (Git).
• Experience maintaining and extending an existing codebase, adapting to pre-existing patterns and tracing the code’s path of execution.
• Previous experience leading POCs or technical tool adoption initiatives.
• Experience with Kubernetes and related observability tooling.
• 7+ years of experience

Compensation : $160,000.00 - $205,000.00 annually. Please note that final compensation will be determined based upon the applicant's relevant experience, skillset, location, business needs, market demands, and other factors as permitted by law . #LI-AM1

No immigration or work visa sponsorship his position.

Our Values

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

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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