Senior Software Engineer at Proper

At Proper, we are building the world’s most advanced property accounting services. Our team is a diverse group of engineers, designers, accountants, and creatives who are passionate about using technology to improve lives. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join us in a remote capacity to help us scale our B2B workflow automation and productivity tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain full-stack applications that streamline complex accounting workflows and data integrations.
• Write clean, scalable code using languages like Python, Java, JavaScript, Golang, Rust, Erlang, or TypeScript.
• Develop robust frontend interfaces with React.js and build backend services using Node.js.
• Collaborate directly with product and design teams to turn business needs into high-impact technical solutions.
• Track engineering performance metrics, including system uptime, code quality, and feature delivery velocity.
• Mentor junior and mid-level team members while leading technical discussions and code reviews.
• Continuously improve our internal tooling and developer experience.

Must-haves

• At least 8 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Proven experience working across the entire stack, including frontend, backend, and database systems.
• Strong proficiency in multiple programming languages, specifically Python, Java, JavaScript, Golang, Rust, Erlang, or TypeScript.
• Deep experience with React.js and Node.js.
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure providers such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• A track record of building workflow automation tools that drive business efficiency.
• An agile mindset with a bias for action and the ability to balance rapid iteration with high software quality.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working in cross-functional teams.
• At least 2 years of experience in a US-based startup and 2 to 3 years at a larger tech company.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in a B2B SaaS environment.
• Knowledge of microservices and serverless architectures.
• Familiarity with AI-driven automation, machine learning, or RPA.
• Understanding of financial and accounting process automation.

Benefits

• Flexible remote work environment.