Staff Software Engineer (React/Node.js)

TL;DR

Staff Software Engineer (React/Node.js): Architecting, building, and optimizing a full-stack platform for commercial contractors with an accent on scalable frontend applications and high-performance backend services. Focus on leading technical decisions, improving database design, and mentoring other engineers.

Location: Hybrid in Los Angeles, California (requiring in-office presence Tuesday-Thursday).

Salary: $174,000 - $226,000 base salary range + annual bonus

Company

hirify.global is transforming the multi-billion dollar commercial contracting industry with groundbreaking AI-driven software, having recently achieved a $1 billion valuation and $275M+ in funding.

What you will do

• Architect, build, and maintain the full-stack platform using React.js, Node.js, GraphQL, and REST APIs.
• Lead technical decisions across the stack, ensuring high performance, maintainability, and best practices.
• Design, develop, and optimize APIs and improve database design and query optimization.
• Own full-stack observability, implementing logging, monitoring, and performance analysis tools.
• Define and enforce testing strategies across both frontend and backend using Jest and React Testing Library.
• Mentor and guide other engineers, conducting technical design reviews and leading technical initiatives.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in full-stack software engineering with modern JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Deep expertise in React.js and state management for scalable frontend architectures.
• Strong backend development experience with Node.js, GraphQL, and RESTful services.
• Proficiency in database technologies (SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and performance optimization.
• Experience with event-driven architecture, messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ), and real-time data processing.
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule in Los Angeles.

Nice to have

• Prior knowledge or ability to quickly learn Python for backend development.
• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous equity grant and company-provided Macbook computer.
• Comprehensive benefits package and flexible PTO.
• Work from home stipend.
• Lunch provided for in-office days in hubs.
• Fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.