[Hiring] Staff Software Engineer @Housecall Pro

Role Description

As a Staff Software Engineer, you are a key technical leader responsible for driving the development and architecture of software systems that drive HCP's success. You work closely with cross-functional teams to establish architecture standards, create scalable and reliable solutions, and ensure that our software aligns with business goals and technology strategy. You lead the technical vision for software projects, mentor engineers, and provide critical guidance on system design, code quality, and best practices. Your expertise helps bridge the gap between development and operations, enabling efficient, high-quality software delivery.

Our team is passionate, empathetic, hard working, and above all else focused on improving the lives of our service professionals (our Pros). Our success is their success.

What you do each day:

• Design and develop software architecture that meets business and technical requirements
• Lead architectural discussions, propose new design patterns, and provide guidance on technical decisions
• Collaborate with product managers and other stakeholders to align software architecture with business needs
• Ensure high standards of software quality by conducting code reviews and establishing best practices
• Implement and advocate for engineering best practices, including security, scalability, and performance optimization
• Mentor and guide software engineers in developing their technical skills and understanding of architectural principles
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to software design and system performance
• Conduct research and proof of concepts for new technologies that could benefit our software ecosystem
• Develop detailed technical documentation for software architecture and design
• Drive continuous improvement in software development processes and practices

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on architecture and system design
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Expertise in software development using modern languages (i.e. Ruby on Rails, React, JavaScript, Python)
• Deep understanding of software design patterns, microservices architecture, and RESTful API design
• Experience with cloud platforms (i.e. AWS) and containerization (i.e. Docker, Kubernetes)
• Proficient in database design and technologies (i.e. SQL, NoSQL, Redis)
• Strong knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks
• Proven experience in providing technical leadership and mentoring engineers

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to improve workflows, streamline execution, or enhance outputs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement and driving change
• Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities
• Collaborative attitude and a passion for innovation and continuous learning

Benefits

• Paid holidays and flexible, take-it-as-you-need-it scheduled time off
• A culture built on innovation that values big ideas, no matter where they come from
• A MacBook set up and ready from day one, plus a $500 stipend to design your ideal workspace
• Equity in a rapidly growing startup backed by top-tier VCs