Staff Software Engineer

A flexible work app that connects businesses with hourly workers.
$180,000 - $230,000
Frontend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
101 - 500 Employees
10+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Staff Software Engineer

Instawork is a rapidly growing technology company revolutionizing the flexible work marketplace, connecting businesses with hourly workers across the U.S., Canada, and India. As a Staff Software Engineer on the FAST Engineering team in San Francisco, you'll play a crucial role in building new features and products across web and mobile platforms. The position offers a competitive base salary range of $180,000 - $230,000 plus equity and comprehensive benefits.

The role requires a seasoned professional with 10+ years of experience who can work hands-on across the full technology stack. You'll be developing new products from scratch, leading technical initiatives, and working with modern technologies including React, Python, and Django. The ideal candidate should have experience with high-throughput systems, modern frontend frameworks, and a track record of launching successful software projects.

Instawork is backed by top-tier investors including Benchmark, Spark Capital, and Y Combinator. The company values bias for action, ownership mentality, continuous learning, and a culture of empathy and candor. You'll be joining a mission-driven team focused on creating economic opportunities for local businesses and professionals worldwide.

The position offers flexibility with remote work options while maintaining a collaborative environment. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, flexible PTO, home office stipend, commuter benefits, and 401k. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to make a significant impact in a fast-growing startup that's transforming the future of work.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer

  • Develop 0-1 products and high velocity features on web and mobile
  • Act as a tech lead for larger projects

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer

Python
React
TypeScript
  • 10+ years of experience
  • Must be hands-on and coding 80% of time with strong engineering fundamentals
  • Experience working in agile, fast-paced environments
  • Experience working with large amounts of data and designing scalable backend systems
  • Experience with modern frontend frameworks/libraries (React, Angular, or Vue.js)
  • Track record of launching and iterating on apps or large software projects
  • Full-stack engineering background
  • Django, Python, React & React Native preferred

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer

401k
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Commuter Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Flexible paid time off
  • 8 paid company holidays annually
  • Home office stipend
  • Phone stipend
  • Commuter stipend
  • Health savings accounts (HSA)
  • Flexible spending plans
  • 401K plan
  • Employee discount program

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