Software Engineering • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of software engineering experience, particularly in building and maintaining applications that serve a diverse user base. You are comfortable collaborating with designers, product managers, and frontend engineers to create high-quality user experiences. Your coding practices emphasize writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, ensuring that your contributions are sustainable and easy to understand for your team.

You possess a strong understanding of backend technologies and are eager to stay updated with the latest best practices. You thrive in environments that require adaptability and are skilled at managing changing requirements and priorities. Your experience includes designing and building features that enhance application performance, reliability, and security.

Desirable

Experience with large language models (LLMs) is a plus, as you will have opportunities to leverage innovative technologies in your work. You are a proactive learner, always seeking to improve your skills and contribute to the team's success.

What you'll do

In this role, you will design, build, and maintain features for Esper's applications, ensuring they align with the company's mission to empower data-driven policymaking. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products that meet user needs. Your responsibilities will include writing clean and maintainable code, developing API contracts in partnership with frontend developers, and continuously improving application performance and security.

You will also be involved in staying up-to-date with the latest backend technologies, which will help you implement best practices in your work. Your contributions will directly impact the user experience, making it essential to focus on delivering well-designed features that are both functional and user-friendly.

What we offer

Esper provides a supportive work environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration. You will have access to comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, generous parental and sick leave, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match. Additionally, you will receive a monthly stipend to offset remote work expenses and an office equipment allowance to ensure you have the tools you need to succeed. The annual salary for this position ranges from $160,000 to $173,000, reflecting the value we place on your expertise and contributions.