Technology- Full TypeScript stack for front- and back-end, with some legacy JavaScript
- Front-end: ReactJS app with functional components and context API
- Back-end: ExpressJS with PostgreSQL database and Sequelize ORM
- Microservices architecture using Docker, Terraform, AWS ECS, and other AWS services
- Interservice communication via RabbitMQ and Apache Kafka
About the roleClutch is seeking a
Staff Software Engineer / Engineering Lead to drive technical excellence, deliver complex solutions, and shape the future of our platform. This role requires leadership in technical decision-making, cross-functional collaboration, and innovation in architecture and system design.
What you'll do- Provide pragmatic solutions to business challenges while delivering scalable, secure, and resilient systems
- Champion engineering excellence through coding standards, peer reviews, and technical documentation
- Collaborate with Product, Design, and Data teams to translate business needs into technical solutions
- Execute complex, high-impact projects from ideation to implementation, ensuring alignment with business goals
- Drive innovation by evaluating new tools, technologies, and processes to improve team productivity and system performance
What we're looking for- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 8+ years of industry experience designing and developing software solutions, including leading large-scale projects
- Expert proficiency in modern programming languages (TypeScript, Python, Go, Rust)
- Deep experience with Frontend or Backend frameworks (React, Vue, Express)
- Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-based architecture optimization
- Advanced database skills: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle; schema design, query optimization, and performance tuning
- Experience with system architecture, performance tuning, and scaling complex applications
- In-depth knowledge of testing methodologies and frameworks for unit, integration, and end-to-end testing
- Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) and tools like Jira or GitHub
- Proven leadership in technical decision-making and ability to balance business and technical requirements
Why you'll love it at Clutch- Autonomy & ownership - create your own path and own your work
- Competitive compensation and equity incentives
- Generous time off program
- Health & dental benefits
Employment TypeExisting, Permanent Full-Time
Compensation & Benefits- Salary range: $205,000 annually
- Equity incentives
- Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, and dependent coverage starting from day 1
