Senior Software Engineer

Summary

Join Civitech, a public benefit corporation dedicated to building tools for increased civic participation, and become our Senior Software Engineer. You will build and maintain front-end and back-end solutions for web applications used by progressive candidates and organizations. This remote-first position offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We are looking for a skilled engineer with at least 6 years of experience in software engineering, proficiency in various technologies, and a passion for progressive causes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced startup environment and be committed to building software for the public good. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in the technology sector.

Requirements

• Have at least 6 years experience in a software engineering role
• Have experience with back-end development, including a solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and working with object-relational mappers (ORMs) like Entity Framework or similar tools
• Develop dynamic and user-friendly front-end features using modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries such as React, TypeScript, Tailwind, and JQuery
• Have hands-on experience working with cloud environments, particularly Google Cloud Platform (preferred), but Azure, or AWS are also valuable
• Prioritize writing maintainable and well-documented code, and value collaboration by actively seeking and incorporating feedback from your team
• Be committed to leveraging data to elect Democrats and empower progressive organizations

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, implementation, and maintenance of our web-based applications
• Build scalable, secure, and high-performing application features in a cloud environment
• Mentor other engineers, build an open and inclusive team, cultivate agile methodologies, and foster a culture of sustainable tech health
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and analysts, to deliver impactful features

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in the ASP.NET Core ecosystem, including Entity Framework Core
• Familiarity with domain-driven design and experience working with frameworks like Volo ABP Framework
• Experience with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) tools, especially GitLab CI
• Skilled in database administration, with a preference for PostgreSQL
• Experience working with cloud data warehouses, particularly BigQuery, to manage and analyze large datasets efficiently
• Knowledge of scaling and high-availability techniques to support performant and reliable systems
• Expertise in application server security practices, including cryptography, authentication, authorization, and data privacy
• Experience contributing to automated test suites and ensuring robust test coverage
• Familiarity with load testing tools to measure and optimize application performance
• Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, or data-related tasks
• Adherence to Clean Code principles and a commitment to writing maintainable, well-structured code
• Experience with a developer tools like Insomnia, Postman, and Swagger for API testing and documentation
• Strong writing skills to produce clear and concise technical documentation
• Knowledge of U.S. elections administration and/or campaign operations is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Employee Stock Options
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Optional Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Parental Leave
• Flexible Schedules
• Professional Development Stipend
• Monthly Office Upkeep Stipend