Remote Senior Software Engineer, Backend (DNS Platform)

Summary

Join Squarespace as a Senior Software Engineer with a backend focus to build, maintain and scale the DNS Platform at Squarespace.

Requirements

• 7+ years of development experience in Java, Python, Go or another Object-oriented language
• 2+ years of experience with Domains or DNS (Domain Name Systems)
• A solid foundation in computer science, with competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design practices
• A degree in Computer Science or related or equivalent industry experience

Responsibilities

• Practice disciplined software engineering, writing server-side code, creating high-volume production applications, and developing prototypes quickly
• Lead the development of new features and build backend services with Java
• Collaborate with other engineers across product, platform and infrastructure teams to help shape the DNS Platform at Squarespace

Benefits

• A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums
• Health Savings Account with Squarespace funding
• Fertility and adoption benefits
• Supplemental Insurance plans
• Headspace mindfulness app subscription
• Retirement benefits with employer match
• Flexible paid time off
• 12 to 20 weeks of paid family leave
• $100 per month remote Stipend
• Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage
• Education reimbursement
• Employee donation match to community organizations