Remote Senior Staff Software Engineer Job at Workiva
USA
9 months agoJob Overview
Workiva is hiring a remote candidate for Senior Staff Software Engineer. This is a full time position. Work location: USA.
The role typically involves technologies such as JavaScript, Front End, AWS, Architecture.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical direction for the engineering team, setting best practices and ensuring high-quality software delivery
- Architect and develop scalable, event-driven microservices and APIs that power our GRC solutions
- Learn and adapt to GRC principles and apply them effectively in software development
- Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate business needs into technical solutions
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code that follows industry best practices and coding standards
- Mentor and guide engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and automated tests (unit, integration, functional, etc.) with Workiva solutions in mind to ensure software quality and reliability
- Participate in product discovery activities with customers and stakeholders to gain insights, validate hypotheses, and identify opportunities for innovation
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to i dentify problems, suggest solutions, and drive continuous improvement
- Communicate complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences, using clear and concise language
- Participating in the production on-call support rotation
Required Skills
Primary Skills
- JavaScript
- Front End
Secondary Skills
- AWS
- Architecture
Skills required for this role include JavaScript, Front End, AWS, and related tools for day-to-day development.
Job Details
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Location: USA
- Salary: $150000 – $240000 USD
Tech Stack
JavaScript, Front End, AWS, Architecture
About the Company
Workiva is a global leader in simplifying complex work for organizations worldwide, serving 85% of the Fortune 500®. Our cloud-based technology, the Workiva platform, is a specialized reporting and compliance solution designed to streamline processes and foster collaboration. The Workiva platform enables customers to seamlessly connect data and teams, ensuring consistency and security within an audit-ready environment. By integrating critical business data directly from source systems, our platform provides unparalleled trust and transparency for stakeholders. Trusted by thousands of enterprises in 170 countries, Workiva continues to innovate and provide essential solutions for modern business challenges.
Role details
At Workiva, we are committed to building innovative solutions that help businesses navigate complex challenges. Our Backend Enablement team focuses on developing technology to support Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) —a rapidly evolving and intricate industry segment. We are looking for a Senior Staff Software Engineer to provide technical leadership and drive the delivery of high-impact solutions.
An ideal candidate will have a strong sense of teamwork, curiosity and responsibility. We are looking for someone preferably with experience in cloud-based architecture, customer focus, and who has a passion for change. You will be building and delivering software that will have a real impact on our planet's future.
What You’ll Do
What You’ll Need Minimum Qualifications
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6+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
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Strong foundation in computer science, including expertise in data structures, algorithms, object-oriented software design, and working with cloud-based distributed systems
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Hand-on experience in a production engineering environment
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Strong experience designing and building service oriented architectures and working with distributed systems
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Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences
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Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and adaptability skills, with a commitment to staying up-to-date with new technologies and best practices in software engineering
Preferred Qualifications
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7+ years of professional software development experience
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Exposure to SaaS product-engineering development
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Experience with AWS and TypeScript
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Proficiency with, event-driven architectures, data pipelines, and event sourcing
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Expertise in React, GraphQL (API development), and Snowflake (data storage)
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Expertise in debugging complex systems or applications
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Experience as a technical mentor preferred, with the ability to coach and mentor junior engineers
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Experience working in an agile development environment preferred, with a focus on continuous improvement and delivery
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
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Embrace your inner wanderlust – expect up to 10% travel
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Stay virtually untethered with the power of reliable internet access, enabling you to work remotely from your chosen spot, whether that's your home office or a beachside café
How You’ll Be Rewarded
✅ Salary range in the US: $151,000.00 - $242,000.00
✅ A discretionary bonus typically paid annually
✅ Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire
✅ 401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits package
The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this job in the US. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and other relevant factors.