BuildOps · 1 day ago
Staff Software Engineer
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$174K/yr - $226K/yr
8+ years expBuildOps is the largest commercial trade platform in the country, transforming the multi-billion dollar commercial contracting industry. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will architect and optimize the full-stack platform, mentor engineers, and ensure the delivery of high-quality software that powers the contracting industry.
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Responsibilities
Architect, build, and maintain our full-stack platform, including scalable frontend applications (React.js) and high-performance backend services (Node.js, GraphQL, REST APIs)
Lead technical decisions across the stack, ensuring high performance, maintainability, and best practices for both frontend and backend development
Design, develop, and optimize APIs to power our frontend applications and third-party integrations
Improve database design and query optimization, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval
Enhance and optimize our design system and UI components using Material-UI, ensuring a seamless and consistent user experience
Own full-stack observability, implementing logging, monitoring, and performance analysis tools to improve reliability across frontend and backend services
Evaluate and introduce new technologies that drive innovation and efficiency across the stack
Work in tandem with the QA engineering team to ship high-precision, well-tested software
Define and enforce testing strategies across both frontend and backend using tools such as Jest and React Testing Library
Mentor and guide other engineers, conducting technical design reviews, pair programming, and knowledge-sharing sessions
Lead technical initiatives that impact multiple teams, ensuring alignment with company goals and technical vision
Communicate effectively with engineers, product managers, customers, partners, and other leaders
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on full-stack development in modern JavaScript/TypeScript
Deep expertise in React.js and state management with experience in building and maintaining scalable frontend architectures
Strong backend development experience with Node.js, designing and maintaining GraphQL APIs (Apollo, Relay) and RESTful services
Proficiency in database technologies (SQL), including PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar
Experience with frontend and backend performance optimization, including database indexing, caching, and frontend rendering strategies
Strong experience with event-driven architecture, messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ), and real-time data processing
Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
Experience working in CI/CD environments, ensuring smooth and automated deployments across the stack
Track record of mentoring and coaching engineers, fostering a culture of growth and continuous learning
Strong communication and technical writing skills for documentation and cross-functional collaboration
B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Ability to work a hybrid schedule - Monday/Friday WFH, Tuesday - Thursday, in office
Preferred
Prior knowledge or ability to quickly learn Python for backend development is a plus
Benefits
Generous equity grant, become an owner in our company!
Macbook computer provided
A comprehensive benefits package
Flexible PTO and hybrid work schedules
Work from home stipend
Hubs in Los Angeles, Toronto, and Raleigh with hybrid work schedules and lunch provided for in-office days
Company events like BBQs and team-building activities, both in-person and virtual
Fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic work environment
Opportunities for growth and career advancement
Chance to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions
The chance to get in on the ground floor and build something truly groundbreaking for ourselves and our amazing customers
Company
BuildOps
BuildOps provides a software platform for modern commercial contractors.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$225.8MKey Investors
Meritech Capital PartnersN47Fika Ventures
2025-03-21Series C· $127M
2023-05-18Series B· $50M
2022-05-24Series A· $43M
Leadership Team
Alok Chanani
CEO
Duncan Grazier
Chief Technology Officer
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