Full-Time

Sr. Software Engineer

Updated on 5/17/2024

OpenGov

OpenGov

501-1,000 employees

Cloud software for government operations

Government & Public Sector

Senior, Expert

Seattle, WA, USA

Required Skills
Kubernetes
Microsoft Azure
Agile
JavaScript
React.js
NoSQL
Git
SQL
Docker
TypeScript
AWS
Jenkins
REST APIs
Development Operations (DevOps)
Product Design
Requirements
  • A minimum of 10 years of professional experience with a proven track record of developing scalable, high-quality code using contemporary programming languages in a self-organized Agile environment
  • A minimum of 5 years of professional experience with modern Javascript frameworks, particularly ReactJS
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in developing backend microservices using NodeJS, Typescript, and creating REST/GraphQL APIs
  • Demonstrated experience in building heavily-utilized, enterprise-level, consumer-facing SaaS software
  • Proficiency in cloud-native software development with a comprehensive understanding of standard architecture patterns and design practices related to Cloud services and deployments
  • Proven track record of successfully building APIs, architecting database models (including SQL and NoSQL), and implementing event-driven patterns
Responsibilities
  • Demonstrated leadership in a tactical capacity, including strategic input and team leadership
  • Proficiency in solving complex problems that often involve intangible factors
  • Expertise in architecting, designing, and developing robust APIs and microservices using NodeJS, Typescript, and ReactJS, serving a user base exceeding 100,000 daily across numerous customer communities
  • Ownership of the entire product lifecycle, including collaboration with Product, Design, and other customer success stakeholders to shape the system
  • Consistent delivery of iterative improvements with high-performance code in alignment with the product vision and roadmap
  • Development of REST and GraphQL microservices, following an API-first approach, to interact with the OpenGov event-driven platform for Data & Reporting services and integration with customer systems for inbound and outbound data integrations
  • Active participation in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CICD) and DevOps automation initiatives, utilizing industry-leading platforms and tools such as AWS Cloud, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, GitHub, Jenkins, Sonar, Spinnaker, NewRelic, and more
  • Key contribution to enhancing team collaboration, delivery processes, and product quality while upholding technical innovation and excellence standards within the team

Working at OpenGov Inc. positions you at the forefront of enhancing governmental operations with their specialized cloud software solutions designed specifically for local governments, state agencies, school districts, and special districts. By focusing on key areas such as budgeting, procurement, asset management, and permitting and licensing, the company leads in creating tools that improve collaboration and efficiency. This makes it an excellent workplace for those interested in directly impacting community engagement and governmental effectiveness through innovative technology.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$2B

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

62%

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Work from Anywhere

Unlimited Vacation

Mission-Driven Colleagues

World-Class Healthcare

Professional Development

Family Matters

Amazing Customers