Close: Senior Software Engineer - Backend/Python - USA Only (100% Remote)

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Overview

Close is a bootstrapped and profitable 100% remote company that is committed to creating a CRM aimed at enhancing communication for small and scaling businesses. Since its inception in 2013, Close has focused on building a product that users will love, primarily using a tech stack centered around Python, with various data stores like MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, and Redis. The positions available are aimed at Senior Software Engineers who will help develop and scale the back-end systems of their communication-focused CRM.

Company Values and Culture

Close fosters a working environment that encourages ownership and meaningful impact. They prioritize the following values:

• Build a house you want to live in: Focus on long-term thinking.
• No BS: Transparency and honesty are paramount.
• Invest in each other: Building successful relationships is key.
• Discipline equals freedom: Reliability towards self and others is important.
• Strive for greatness: Constantly pushing oneself and others to improve.

The company promotes autonomy and freedom in the design of work processes, trusting employees to prioritize their tasks effectively. They also emphasize the importance of asynchronous communication given the geographical distribution of their team.

Position Details

The Senior Software Engineer role is open only to U.S.-based candidates, specifically in the lower 48 time zones. The engineer will join one of the cross-functional teams, working closely with other backend and frontend engineers, product managers, and designers. Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and building new user-facing features.
• Implementing AI features to enhance customer productivity.
• Improving the performance of the GraphQL and REST API.
• Working with APIs like Twilio to improve communication features.
• Enhancing the company's analytics and search functionality.
• Managing large-scale data processing needs.

Required Skills

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and experience:

• 5+ years of experience for Senior 1 & 2 levels or 3+ years for Mid-level candidates in building modern back-end systems. Staff engineers are expected to have 8+ years.
• Proficiency in Python (professional experience preferred). Working knowledge of other languages is acceptable if there is a desire to work with Python.
• Proven experience in building high-volume web APIs.
• Hands-on production knowledge with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, or similar databases.
• Experience in optimizing and debugging systems.
• Ability to conduct code reviews and maintain codebase quality.
• Familiarity with open-source contributions and experience in leading small project teams are a plus.

Salary and Benefits

The compensation for the Senior Software Engineer roles is competitive, with base salaries ranging from $140,000 to $210,000. The company provides generous benefits which include:

• 5 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) and additional holidays.
• One month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment.
• Paid parental leave policies.
• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision with HSA options for U.S. residents.
• 401k matching at 6% for U.S. employees.
• Dependent care FSA for residents in the U.S.

Additional Information

Close places a significant emphasis on creating a sustainable work environment and allows its employees to manage their work schedules efficiently. As there’s a strong focus on outcomes rather than hours worked, engineers are encouraged to find what supports their productivity best.

To apply or for more information about the position, visit Close's official website or their job posting. Joining Close means being part of a team that values growth, quality, and making a significant impact on their customer’s sales productivity by leveraging modern technologies.

This job offer was originally published on weworkremotely.com