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Palmetto · 4 days ago

Staff Software Development Engineer

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date7+ years exp

Palmetto is a leading clean tech company on a mission to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future. As a Software Development Engineer III, you will design, build, and scale critical platform services, focusing on server-side architecture and API development while collaborating closely with product, design, and engineering teams.

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Responsibilities

Design and implement scalable client- and server-side solutions, with an emphasis on APIs, backend services, and database integration
Write high-quality, testable, and maintainable code across the full stack
Develop and maintain comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests
Diagnose and troubleshoot production issues and propose robust solutions
Participate in Agile ceremonies (planning, grooming, retrospectives) and contribute to meaningful story estimations
Engage in architectural discussions, technical design reviews, and contribute to Palmetto's engineering standards
Identify and advocate for opportunities to improve system performance, reliability, and developer productivity
Partner cross-functionally with product managers, designers, and QA to deliver well-rounded user-centric solutions
Actively participate in peer code reviews with a focus on knowledge sharing, mentorship, and maintaining high-quality code standards
Collaborate openly with others to help cultivate a culture of learning, innovation, and continuous improvement
Demonstrate an ownership mindset by anticipating future needs and contributing to long-term technical roadmap discussions

Qualification

JavaScript (ES6+)Node.jsReact.jsRESTful APIsMongoDBCI/CD pipelinesUnit testingAgile methodologiesProblem-solvingCommunication skills

Required

7+ years of professional software engineering experience
Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and understanding of the JavaScript object model
Proficiency with Node.js, Express, and experience designing/consuming RESTful APIs
Experience building and maintaining Single Page Applications (SPAs) with React.js
Hands-on experience working with NoSQL/document-based databases (e.g., MongoDB)
Solid understanding of core web fundamentals (HTML, CSS, security, performance)
Strong unit and integration testing discipline; TDD experience a plus
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, code versioning (Git), and modern development workflows
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills, a continuous learner mentality, and a commitment to team success

Preferred

Experience with NestJS or other Node.js frameworks beyond Express
Familiarity with server-side rendering concepts and isomorphic React applications
Knowledge of authentication and authorization patterns (e.g., OAuth, JWT)
Experience with front-end build tools (Webpack, Vite, Babel, etc.)
Exposure to containerization (Docker) and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
Interest or experience in microservice architecture and event-driven systems
Practical knowledge of Agile methodologies, pair programming, and code review practices
Enthusiasm for building clean, scalable, and maintainable code

Benefits

Unlimited PTO
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid parental leave
Retirement plans
And more

Company

Palmetto

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Palmetto accelerates the clean energy transition with software and financial services that make home electrification easy.
dateFounded in 2009
location
Charleston, South Carolina, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://www.palmetto.com

H1B Sponsorship

Palmetto has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2023 (3)
2022 (5)
2021 (2)
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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$2.25B
Key Investors
TPG Rise Climate FundSocial CapitalJP Morgan
2025-10-06Debt Financing· $420M
2025-01-17Debt Financing· $1.2B
2023-03-06Private Equity· $150M

Leadership Team

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Shane Battier
Chief Culture Advisor
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