Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer – Tech Lead

Posted on 10/9/2024

Toast

Toast

5,001-10,000 employees

Technology platform for restaurant operations

Consumer Software
Fintech

Compensation Overview

$150k - $240kAnnually

+ Overtime + Bonus + Commissions + Equity

Senior, Expert

Boston, MA, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Java
Requirements
  • Proficient in Java, Kotlin or other object oriented languages
  • Proficient with traditional databases and alternative data stores (DynamoDB a plus)
  • Prior experience with distributed systems, enterprise messaging systems or microservices
  • Proficient in Software Development best practices (Code Quality, UnitTest, BDD)
  • Experience delivering high quality, reliable services to production
  • Excellent cross-team communication skills on complex technical topics
  • Enjoy collaborating with and mentoring colleagues
  • Effective at working closely with Product Management and UX Design
  • Passionate about technology and learning new things
  • Willingness to make continuous improvements to teams and technology
Responsibilities
  • Be part of team working collaboratively to design and build a high quality, seamless shift management experience for restaurant employees and managers
  • Influence product direction through technical insights, and drive technical best practices
  • Champion quality automation and unit testing
  • Provide technical design feedback and participate in code reviews to ensure releases exceed the expectations of our users
  • Ensure that all work done by the team is delivered with quality and is appropriately monitored and supported in production
  • Mentor other team members in support of their technical growth

Toast provides a technology platform tailored for the restaurant industry, offering a range of products and services to enhance restaurant operations and customer experiences. Its main product is an all-in-one point-of-sale (POS) system that includes features like mobile and online ordering, gift card management, sales reporting, employee management, and customer relationship management (CRM). This integrated approach allows restaurants to minimize their dependence on third-party services, leading to cost savings. Unlike many competitors, Toast operates on a subscription model, generating revenue through recurring fees, transaction fees, and hardware sales, while also offering financial services like loans to restaurants. The goal of Toast is to help restaurants improve efficiency and profitability, making it a key partner for establishments aiming to optimize their operations.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$874.5M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

23%

2 year growth

36%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Toast's expansion into hotel restaurant technology opens new market opportunities.
  • The launch of Toast Invoicing simplifies catering and wholesale order management for restaurants.
  • AI-powered tools enhance customer satisfaction and streamline restaurant operations.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from SpotOn could impact Toast's market share.
  • Integration challenges from acquiring Delphi Display Systems may affect operational efficiency.
  • Expansion into hotel technology may stretch resources, impacting core restaurant services.

What makes Toast unique

  • Toast offers a comprehensive, cloud-based POS system tailored for restaurants.
  • The platform integrates front-of-house, back-of-house, and guest-facing technologies seamlessly.
  • Toast's Marketing Suite uses AI for targeted campaigns and personalized guest experiences.

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Benefits

Peer Nominated Toastie Awards

Professional Development Reimbursement Program

Sabbatical

Unlimited Vacation & Flexible Work Hours

Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage + Wellness Stipend

Commitment to Employee Wellness

INACTIVE