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Sr. Staff Engineer

Kinect
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2025

Sr. Staff Software Engineer – Growth Engineering

We are looking for an exceptional Staff Software Engineer to join our client's Growth Engineering team. In this role, you will take on a technical leadership position, driving the development of scalable systems and innovative solutions that enhance user acquisition, retention, and engagement.

This is a unique opportunity to work across the stack, leveraging technologies like React JS, TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS to create impactful, scalable systems.

This role requires in-office collaboration for three days per week in Palo Alto, CA.

Responsibilities :

  • Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of complex, scalable systems and services.
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver impactful features aligned with business objectives.
  • Drive technical decisions and set best practices for the team in coding standards, system design, and process improvements.
  • Build, optimize, and maintain applications and services using React JS, TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS in a serverless environment.
  • Mentor and guide engineers across the team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Conduct technical reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for Growth Engineering, staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve high-priority technical issues in production systems.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8 years of professional experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on backend development and distributed systems.
  • Lean mindset—focused on delivering customer value by minimizing waste, optimizing workflows, and prioritizing iteratively.
  • Deep expertise in TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, S3, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of system design, scalability, and performance optimization.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading technical projects from inception to deployment.
  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills, focusing on delivering robust and reliable solutions.
  • Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
  • Experience in growth-focused engineering projects or A / B testing frameworks is a plus.
  • Knowledge of front-end performance optimization techniques is preferred.
  • Background in leading or contributing to open-source projects is preferred.
  • Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress, or React Testing Library) is preferred.
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