What You'll Do
What to write in this section.
- Write no more than 3-4 sentences. It's common to write too much and make Job Postings too long to capture candidates' attention - brevity is what works best and is most inclusive.
- Focus on the impact goals and the impact of this position for the department / team they will join.
- Why should a candidate work on this team vs another team doing the same project at another company? Particularly critical for Software Engineers, Analysts or other roles where we have multiple teams hiring similar talent.
What not to do in this section
- Do not change the text formatting - do not change the font (it should be Calibri 10pt), utilize bold or underlined text very sparingly for critical highlights only - but preferably not at all.
- Do not add additional section headers - you should write to fit within the template.
Questions that could be answered by the hiring manager in this section
- What are the goals for the person who gets this role?
- What might be different about doing this job at Avalara as opposed to somewhere else?
- What team are they on? Who do they help?
- Who does this role report to?
- Is this role hybrid or on-site? Use the correct LinkedIn Tag here (#LI-Hybrid / #LI-Remote / #LI-Onsite)
What Your Responsibilities Will Be
What to write in this section
- Write no more than 3-4 sentences. It's common to write too much and make Job Postings too long to capture candidates' attention.
- Explain the everyday tasks activities of someone who works in this role. Stick to core functions.
What not to do in this section
- Do not change the text formatting - do not change the font (it should be Calibri 10pt), utilize bold or underlined text very sparingly for critical highlights only - but preferably not at all.
- Do not add additional section headers - you should write to fit within the template.
Questions that should be answered by the hiring manager in this section
- Explain what tasks this candidate will do each day to accomplish their goals. What projects will they work on most days?
- What tools do they use to accomplish these tasks?
What You'll Need to be Successful
What to write in this section:
- Write no more than 6 bullets. Excessive detail tends to impact minority candidates more severely, leading to them eliminating themselves from roles.
- Review for provable, yes or no elements to remove bias.
- Do not break down into Required / Preferred. Candidates either need the qualification, or they don't. If it's preferred, you'll be able to identify that in interviews.
- Explain what experience would qualify the candidate to do this job.
- Ensure that all mandatory requirements align with a daily task that cannot be completed without that skill or experience.
What not to do in this section
- Do not change the text formatting - do not change the font (it should be Calibri 10pt), utilize bold or underlined text very sparingly for critical highlights only - but preferably not at all.
- Do not add additional section headers - you should write to fit within the template.
Questions that could be answered by the hiring manager in this section
- Is your ideal candidate currently working independently or will they require mentorship and guidance?
- Does the ideal candidate have experience managing people? How many people have they managed?
- What tools are they using? List projects they're likely already working on including the tools they're using. Be sure to quantify the work. How many deliverables do they work on? How fast are they working?
- Is education required to succeed? List applicable coursework / certificates.
- Who do they present ideas to now? What types of work are they presenting?
Avalara is an AI-first Company
AI is embedded in our workflows, decision-making, and products. Success here requires embracing AI as an essential capability.
- You'll bring experience using AI and AI-related technologies, ready to thrive here.
- You'll apply AI every day to business challenges - improving efficiency, contributing solutions, and driving results for your team, our company, and our customers.
- You'll grow with AI by staying curious about new trends and best practices, and by sharing what you learn so others can benefit too.
How We'll Take Care of You
Total Rewards
In addition to a great compensation package, paid time off, and paid parental leave, many Avalara employees are eligible for bonuses.
Health & Wellness
Benefits vary by location but generally include private medical, life, and disability insurance.
Inclusive culture and diversity
Avalara strongly supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to integrating them into our business practices and our organizational culture. We also have a total of 8 employee-run resource groups, each with senior leadership and exec sponsorship.
