Senior Software Engineer

Independence Pet Group

$120K — $145K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Chicago, IL
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Senior-level experience with JavaScript/TypeScript in web development.
  • Strong expertise in React framework.
  • Familiarity with full-stack React frameworks (Next.js, Remix, etc.) is crucial.
  • Proficient in .NET/C# and Node.js development.
  • Experience in designing and optimizing PostgreSQL databases.
  • Familiarity with Drizzle ORM is preferred.
  • Strong background in designing RESTful APIs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and delivery of scalable web applications.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to the development team.
  • Review solution designs for enterprise architecture alignment.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Promote engineering best practices and code quality standards.
  • Conduct code reviews and engage in architectural decision-making.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Basic life insurance at no cost to the employee.
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
  • 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
  • Retirement savings plan with company contribution.
  • Personal Paid Time Off and company-wide Wellness Day off.
  • Paid time off to volunteer at nonprofit organizations.
  • Pet-friendly office environment and group pet insurance.
  • On-the-job training and skills development opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Full Job Description

We're seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the design and delivery of scalable web applications for PetPlace's Shelter platform. This role combines hands-on full-stack development, technical leadership, architecture guidance, and mentorship, leveraging React, TypeScript, .NET/C#, Node.js, PostgreSQL, and modern API-driven solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable web applications.

  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to developers.

  • Review solution designs and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture.

  • Participate in PI Planning and collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

  • Promote development standards, code quality, and engineering best practices.

  • Conduct code reviews and contribute to architectural and technical decision-making.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Senior-level experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and modern web application development.

  • Strong React experience

  • Experience with at least one full-stack React framework (Next.js, Remix, React Router 7, SvelteKit, etc.) — familiarity with SSR, file-based routing, and server/client boundaries is the key transferable skill

  • Strong .NET/C# development experience and experience building server-side applications with Node.js.

  • Experience designing and optimizing PostgreSQL databases.

  • Familiarity with Drizzle ORM

  • Strong experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs.

Technical Competencies

  • Strong understanding of Git workflows, pull requests, branching strategies, and code reviews.

  • Ability to write maintainable, scalable, and well-documented code.

  • Experience working with and evolving existing codebases and architectures.

  • Strong understanding of software design principles, architecture patterns, and security best practices.

  • Ability to evaluate technical trade-offs and deliver pragmatic solutions.

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All of our jobs come with great benefits including healthcare, parental leave and opportunities for career advancements. Some offerings are dependent upon the location of where you work and can include the following:

  • Comprehensive full medical, dental and vision Insurance

  • Basic Life Insurance at no cost to the employee

  • Company paid short-term and long-term disability

  • 12 weeks of 100% paid Parental Leave

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

  • Retirement savings plan

  • Personal Paid Time Off

  • Paid holidays and company-wide Wellness Day off

  • Paid time off to volunteer at nonprofit organizations

  • Pet friendly office environment

  • Commuter Benefits

  • Group Pet Insurance

  • On the job training and skills development

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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