Full-Time

Senior Software Engineering Manager

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Care

Care

5,001-10,000 employees

Online marketplace for caregivers and families

Social Impact
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$160k - $200kAnnually

+ Annual Bonus + Short-term Incentives + Long-term Incentives

Senior

Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Hybrid - In Office (Monday, Wednesday & Thursday)

Category
Full-Stack Engineering
Engineering Management
Software Development Management
Software Engineering
Required Skills
gRPC
Kubernetes
Apache Kafka
Java
Postgres
GraphQL
AWS
Go
Elasticsearch
iOS/Swift
Requirements
  • 10+ years of professional engineering experience
  • 4+ years of experience managing or leading a team (manager/tech lead)
  • Experience leading multiple engineering teams
  • BS or MS in Computer Science or a similar engineering discipline (preferred)
  • Experience with Microservices architecture is a plus
  • AWS experience is a plus
  • Ability to thrive as part of a multi-site development team
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop an extremely high-volume, fault-tolerant, scalable distributed system that uses technologies such as iOS / Mobile Application Development, Java and J2EE technologies, Golang microservices deployed on Kubernetes with an Istio service mesh, gRPC and GraphQL APIs, AWS Lambdas, AWS Step Functions & Express Workflows, Amazon EventBridge, AWS DynamoDB, Postgres, AWS Cloud Development Kit, Kafka, Elasticsearch
  • Work with stakeholders in product management to understand business requirements
  • Work with other disciplines to drive cross-functional efforts
  • Shape development processes to promote a high-quality output while continuing to iterate quickly
  • Own and review deliverables for accuracy, quality, performance, and completeness
  • Work with team to create architecture and design documents, project timeline, and user stories
  • Ability to lead and manage a globally distributed development team
  • Mentor and guide the professional and technical development of members of the team

Care.com connects families with caregivers for children, seniors, and pets through an online marketplace. Families can find caregivers by browsing profiles that include background checks and reviews, ensuring they make informed choices. Care.com operates mainly in the United States but also has a presence in other countries. The platform uses a subscription model, where families pay to access caregiver profiles and additional services, while caregivers can enhance their visibility with premium listings. This approach allows Care.com to generate revenue while providing a comprehensive service that meets the needs of families and caregivers alike.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$107.5M

Headquarters

Waltham, Massachusetts

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The introduction of employer-based spending accounts positions Care.com as a forward-thinking company addressing modern workforce needs.
  • Despite legal challenges, Care.com's willingness to settle and focus on customer service demonstrates resilience and commitment to improvement.
  • The platform's diverse service offerings and global presence provide opportunities for expansion and market penetration.

What critics are saying

  • The recent $8.5 million settlement with the FTC over deceptive practices could damage Care.com's reputation and customer trust.
  • Legal challenges and accusations of misleading advertising may lead to increased scrutiny and regulatory pressure.

What makes Care unique

  • Care.com offers a comprehensive marketplace for childcare, senior care, and pet care, setting it apart from niche-specific competitors.
  • The platform's global reach and subscription-based model provide a steady revenue stream and access to a wide range of caregivers.
  • Care.com's additional services like payroll management and insurance offerings enhance its value proposition beyond basic caregiver connections.

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