Staff Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in backend engineering, focusing on building internal tools and services that enhance developer productivity. Your expertise in CI/CD processes allows you to streamline software deployment and improve operational excellence across engineering teams. You are comfortable with GraphQL and understand its application in federated architectures, which is beneficial for the role. You thrive in environments where you can take initiative and explore new technologies to solve complex problems. You enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that the tools you develop meet the needs of your colleagues. You are adaptable and eager to learn, always looking for ways to improve your skills and knowledge in software engineering.

Desirable

Experience with service development frameworks and libraries is a plus, as is familiarity with automation tools for development environments. A background in defining operational excellence standards will help you contribute effectively to the team. You are open to experimenting with new ideas and approaches to enhance the overall engineering experience.

What you'll do

As a Staff Software Engineer on the Dev Tooling team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining tools that support the entire engineering organization. You will work on creating a robust service development framework that facilitates continuous integration and deployment, ensuring that all engineering teams can deliver high-quality software efficiently. Your role will involve building reusable components that can be leveraged by other backend teams, enhancing their productivity and effectiveness. You will also focus on automating the setup and configuration of development environments, making it easier for engineers to get started with their projects.

You will collaborate closely with other engineering teams to understand their needs and challenges, providing them with the tools and support they require to succeed. This may involve designing and implementing logging libraries, creating efficient testing frameworks, and developing documentation that helps your colleagues navigate the tools you build. You will have the opportunity to influence the direction of the engineering platform, contributing to long-term projects that have a significant impact on the organization.

What we offer

Outreach provides a supportive environment where you can experiment with new ideas and technologies. You will have the chance to work on a wide range of projects that allow you to expand your knowledge and skills in both technical and product design areas. The company values collaboration and encourages you to take ownership of your work, making it a great place for those who enjoy a mix of quick wins and larger, impactful projects. You will be part of a team that is dedicated to improving developer productivity and production reliability, making a real difference in the engineering organization.