Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
Full Time
#Payroll
#Engineering
#Golang
#MySQL
#JavaScript
#Vue
#AWS
#Git
#SQL
#Cloud Infrastructure Management
At Justworks Labs, our mission is to empower small businesses by developing innovative products that expand the capabilities of the Justworks PEO. We thrive in a fast-paced environment where we pivot quickly to meet market needs while maintaining the high standards of excellence our customers expect. We are a collaborative team that values grit, integrity, and simplicity, and we are looking for someone who shares our passion for building tools that help entrepreneurs grow and thrive.
The role
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team on a full-time, hybrid basis. This is a senior-level position for someone who has spent years building server-side applications and can take a product from the initial concept to a fully realized solution. You will be expected to work from our office three days a week, collaborating closely with our leadership and engineering teams to shape the future of our platform.
Core responsibilities
- Partner with our leadership to design and produce clean, modular, and highly effective backend services.
- Build, test, and monitor reliable web services while researching the best design patterns to solve complex technical challenges.
- Actively contribute to the growth of our team by participating in the hiring process and mentoring colleagues.
Skills and experience
To be successful in this role, you should have a strong foundation in modern software engineering practices and a proactive, resourceful mindset. We require the following qualifications:
- At least 5 years of experience in professional server-side development.
- Mastery of modern backend languages, with a strong preference for Golang, though experience in Java, C++, Python, or Ruby is also valuable.
- Deep proficiency with SQL and database management.
- Extensive experience with cloud infrastructure management, preferably using AWS.
- A deep understanding of how to balance rapid delivery with long-term system maintainability.
Compensation and benefits
We believe in fostering a balanced work environment that supports your professional and personal life. In addition to being part of a mission-driven team, you will enjoy:
- Hybrid work arrangements to provide flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration.
How to apply
If you are an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and wants to make a tangible impact on small businesses, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application to be considered for this role, and we look forward to discussing how your skills and values align with our mission at Justworks Labs.
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