Slack, a Salesforce company, is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to lead their full-stack development initiatives, focusing on productivity features including Canvas, Lists, Huddles, Templates, and Files. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both frontend and backend expertise. The ideal candidate will have 12+ years of experience and the ability to architect innovative solutions while mentoring team members.
The position offers an opportunity to shape the technical direction of Slack's productivity features, working at the intersection of engineering, product, and design. The role demands someone who can not only code expertly but also guide technical strategy and mentor other engineers. You'll be working with modern technologies including React and various backend languages, contributing to a product used by millions globally.
Slack emphasizes a positive, diverse, and supportive culture, making it an ideal environment for engineers who value collaboration and continuous learning. The compensation is highly competitive, ranging from $244,500 to $372,900, with comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, 401k, and equity options. Based in either New York City or San Francisco, this role offers the chance to work on challenging problems at scale while helping shape the future of workplace communication.
The ideal candidate will combine technical excellence with leadership skills, bringing experience in both frontend and backend development, system architecture, and team mentorship. You'll be expected to tackle complex engineering challenges while also contributing to the broader technical strategy of the organization. This role presents an exceptional opportunity for a senior technologist looking to make a significant impact in a leading enterprise software company.