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Software Engineer
Job ID : SRN2025-10100
Position : Software Engineer
Type : Full Time
Location : On-site, San Francisco, CA
Compensation : $110,000 - $185,000 Equity (0.15% - 0.50%)
About the Role :
We are modernizing the global construction industry by connecting outdated and siloed software systems through proprietary APIs and a modern UI. As a Software Engineer, you’ll simplify complex systems, unify fragmented data, and build scalable backend systems to streamline workflows and enhance profitability for construction teams.
Roles and Responsibilities :
Unification : Develop scalable solutions to unify data objects, models, authentication, account-linking UX, and features like filters and pagination across dozens of fragmented systems.
On-Prem Systems : Enable secure, fast, and reliable connections to SQL-based, DLL-based, and API-based systems, some built decades ago. Implement real-time communication and webhooks where necessary.
Scale & Speed : Manage millions of daily API requests while ensuring low latency through efficient caching layers and data storage solutions.
Operational Excellence : Create a reliable API layer over legacy systems, expanding integration capabilities and maintaining development velocity with scalable testing frameworks.
Backend and Frontend Development : Build front-end apps that leverage internal APIs to improve API usability and create innovative customer-facing features.
Variety : Research unique integrations to overcome system-specific challenges, blending engineering and deep technical investigation.
Open Positions :
We are hiring 2–3 candidates for this role.
Job Requirements :
0–4 years of experience in backend or full-stack engineering.
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS).
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from a top 25 US / Canada university.
Experience working at startups (Seed to Series B).
Availability to work in-person, 5 days per week, in San Francisco.
Proficiency with the following tech stack : React, Redis, TypeScript, AWS, PHP Laravel, PostgreSQL.
Salary : $150,000 - $185,000
