Software Engineer II (SaaS)

TL;DR

Software Engineer II (SaaS/AWS): Developing and maintaining integrations between the global employment platform and third-party HRIS systems with an accent on serverless microservices and REST API design. Focus on building event-driven architectures using AWS SAM/Lambda and DynamoDB to enable seamless global hiring.

Location: Must be based in Ireland (Remote-First)

Company

A SaaS-based Global Employment Platform enabling clients to expand into over 180 countries quickly and efficiently without establishing local entities.

What you will do

• Build and maintain high-quality integrations between the platform and third-party HRIS systems such as ADP and Workday.
• Design and develop new services using a serverless, event-driven microservices architecture with AWS SAM/Lambda, EventBridge, and SNS.
• Own and enhance the public API platform, focusing on robust REST API design, OAuth implementation, and webhook management.
• Translate high-level product requirements into pragmatic workstreams, design specifications, and sprint stories.
• Collaborate with Product and User-Experience teams to refine requirements.
• Contribute to the evolution of the SDLC and champion engineering best practices.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience developing SaaS enterprise software in distributed teams.
• Must be based in Ireland.
• Strong command of serverless architectures, specifically using AWS SAM/Lambda.
• Deep practical experience with NoSQL databases, specifically DynamoDB.
• Proven experience with microservices, REST API design, event-driven patterns, OAuth, and webhooks.
• Proficiency in Typescript, React, Node.js, and CI/CD practices using GitHub Actions.

Nice to have

• Experience in product engineering, translating high-level requirements into technical plans.
• Experience with third-party integrations for major HRIS systems (Workday, SAP, ADP).
• Familiarity with modern AI tools, such as Cursor.
• Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first work environment offering flexibility and resources.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a product that positively impacts lives globally.
• Inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity, diversity, and equity.