Staff Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on building scalable and resilient systems. Your experience includes working with a full TypeScript stack, and you are proficient in both front-end and back-end technologies, particularly React and Express. You understand the importance of coding standards and peer reviews, and you are committed to engineering excellence. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy leading technical decision-making processes. Your ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams is one of your key strengths.

You have experience with microservices architecture and are familiar with containerization technologies like Docker. Your knowledge extends to cloud services, particularly AWS, where you have utilized various services to enhance application performance and reliability. You are also comfortable with database management, specifically using PostgreSQL and ORM tools like Sequelize. Your familiarity with message brokers such as RabbitMQ and Apache Kafka allows you to design efficient interservice communication.

Desirable

Experience with legacy JavaScript codebases is a plus, as it enables you to contribute to ongoing projects that may require updates or refactoring. Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform will help you in managing cloud resources effectively. You are always eager to learn new technologies and methodologies that can improve the development process and enhance team productivity.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead the engineering team in delivering high-quality software solutions that meet business needs. You will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable systems that can handle increasing user demands. Your role will involve championing best practices in coding and architecture, ensuring that the team adheres to high standards of quality and performance. You will collaborate closely with product managers and designers to translate business requirements into technical specifications.

You will also mentor junior engineers, providing guidance and support as they develop their skills and grow within the company. Your leadership will be crucial in fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team. You will participate in code reviews, ensuring that all code meets the established standards and is maintainable in the long term.

As part of your responsibilities, you will engage in technical discussions and decision-making processes that shape the future of the platform. You will analyze system performance and identify areas for optimization, implementing solutions that enhance user experience and system reliability. Your contributions will directly impact the success of Clutch as a leading online used car retailer.

What we offer

Clutch offers a competitive salary of $205,000 annually, along with equity incentives that allow you to share in the company's success. You will receive comprehensive healthcare benefits, including dental, vision, and life insurance, starting from day one. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed, and we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Join us in shaping the future of car buying in Canada.