Staff Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on building scalable applications. Your background includes leading technical projects and guiding architectural decisions, ensuring that the systems you design are robust and efficient. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with product and design teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Your expertise in modern web technologies is evident — you are proficient in TypeScript and JavaScript, and you have hands-on experience with frameworks like Angular, Next.js, and Node.js. You understand the intricacies of frontend and backend integration, and you are comfortable mentoring junior engineers, sharing your knowledge, and fostering a culture of learning within your team.

You are passionate about creating user-centric applications that not only meet business needs but also enhance user experiences. You have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to writing clean, maintainable code. Your problem-solving skills are top-notch, allowing you to navigate complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions.

Desirable

Experience with ticketing systems or fundraising platforms would be a plus, as would familiarity with peer-to-peer fundraising models. You are adaptable and open to learning new technologies as needed, ensuring that you stay at the forefront of industry trends.

What you'll do

As a Staff Software Engineer at GoFundMe, you will lead the technical vision for the next generation of our ticketing and events platform. You will be responsible for modernizing our existing product and building a new ticketing application from the ground up. This role involves significant hands-on coding, where you will contribute to both frontend and backend development, ensuring seamless integration across the GoFundMe ecosystem.

You will guide architectural decisions and analyze current workflows to identify areas for improvement. Your leadership will be crucial in shaping the technical direction of the team, and you will have the opportunity to influence platform-wide initiatives. You will work closely with product managers and designers to create features that enhance user engagement and drive fundraising success.

In addition to your technical contributions, you will mentor and support other engineers, helping them grow in their roles and develop their skills. You will foster a collaborative environment where team members feel empowered to share ideas and innovate.

What we offer

At GoFundMe, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the world, and we believe that our employees are key to achieving this mission. We offer a hybrid work environment that allows for flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration. You will have the chance to work on meaningful projects that directly contribute to our community's success.

We provide competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. Join us in our mission to help people help each other, and be part of a team that is making a difference every day.