Staff Software Engineer, Topps.com

Fanatics Inc

Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 174,800 - 218,500

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A global sports platform company is seeking a Staff Full Stack Software Engineer in Los Angeles to lead high-impact technical projects. The role demands extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in full-stack development, cloud infrastructure, and AI tools. The successful candidate will drive architectural decisions and mentor other engineers, ensuring alignment between technology and business needs. An attractive salary of $174,800 - $218,500 will be offered, depending on location and qualifications.

Qualifications

10+ years of software engineering experience with full-stack development.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to technical strategy.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical design and execution of high-impact projects.
Drive architectural decisions for scalable systems.
Collaborate with product managers and designers for alignment.

Skills

Software engineering

Cloud infrastructure (AWS)

CI/CD pipelines

Distributed systems

Mentoring engineers

AI tools in development

Job description

Topps, a legendary name in trading cards and collectibles, is now part of Fanatics Collectibles. At Topps.com, we are reimagining the collector experience by blending our rich legacy with a digital-first, tech-forward approach. Our mission is to create seamless, engaging, and high-performance experiences for fans across digital and physical collecting.

The Role

We’re looking for a Staff Full Stack Software Engineer to lead foundational technical efforts that shape the future of Topps.com. This is a pivotal IC role that demands deep technical expertise, cross-functional influence, and strong product orientation. You will help set architectural direction, guide complex execution, and scale systems that power commerce, content, and community. You will also be expected to actively leverage AI tools and methodologies to enhance engineering velocity, ensure code quality, and optimize developer workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the technical design and execution of high-impact projects with significant business and customer value.
Drive architectural decisions for scalable, performant, and maintainable systems spanning frontend and backend.
Collaborate with engineering leadership, product managers, and designers to align technology with customer and business needs.
Act as a technical mentor and thought partner across teams; elevate engineering practices through code reviews, design guidance, and knowledge sharing.
Shape DevOps practices and contribute to automation, observability, and operational excellence.
Proactively incorporate AI solutions into technical workflows to drive development efficiency and product innovation.

Qualifications

10+ years of software engineering experience, with a proven track record in full-stack web application development.
Deep experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred), CI/CD pipelines, and distributed systems.
Previous ownership of complex technical domains or product surfaces.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to org-wide technical strategy.
Demonstrated use of AI tools in software development (e.g., code generation, testing, observability).

Preferred

Experience in e-commerce or media-rich platforms.
Knowledge of Shopify ecosystem.
Exposure to real-time systems and personalization at scale.

The salary range for this position is $174,800 - $218,500, which represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training.

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About Us

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

About the Team

Fanatics Collectibles is a new model and vision for the hobby, fundamentally changing the experience for current and future collectors, leagues, and players across many U.S. and international professional and college sports. The organization has long-term, exclusive rights to design, manufacture and distribute trading cards for several sports and entertainment properties, including MLB, MLBPA, the Premier League, MLS, UFC, Formula 1 as well as Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars, among others. In January 2022, Fanatics Collectibles announced the acquisition of Topps, establishing the preeminent licensed trading card brand as the cornerstone of Fanatics’ trading cards and collectibles business, and jumpstarted its MLB and MLBPA rights to design, manufacture and distribute trading cards

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