Senior Software Engineer-Platform @ OpenGov

INACTIVE

Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer-Platform

OpenGov

501-1,000 employees

Cloud software for U.S. government operations management

Government & Public Sector

Senior

Remote + 1 more

Required Skills

Kubernetes

Agile

Python

Git

Ruby

Apache Kafka

Java

Docker

AWS

Jenkins

SCRUM

REST APIs

Requirements

5+ years of experience in hands-on coding and software design
3+ years experience with a modern, high-level language. Java (our primary language), Ruby, Python, etc
3+ years of professional experience with relational and non-relational databases
Proficiency with source control (Git) and common CI platforms (eg Jenkins)
Experience designing and building microservices connected by stream processing, Kafka preferred
Strong communication skills and a desire for transparency
Experience working as part of an agile team (Scrum or Kanban)
Experience with AWS
Experience building large-scale, consumer-facing enterprise SaaS software
Design and development of REST APIs

Responsibilities

Build robust, high-availability cloud software, crucial to supporting OpenGov's mission
Be part of a culture-focused, globally distributed team
Champion continuous improvement and best practices with the team
Collaborate with stakeholders across Design, Product Management, and Engineering
Support, troubleshoot, and monitor production systems
Design robust APIs and services that perform at scale
Build, test, and deploy with technologies like AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, and Spinnaker
Act as a key contributor, lead projects, and continuously improve the way the team collaborates and delivers

Desired Qualifications

Creation of GraphQL APIs
Experience with domain-driven design
Experience with cloud-native software development, including scaling (horizontal vs vertical) and cloud deployment strategies
Architecture of systems using both relational and non-relational database models

Imagine yourself here!

OpenGov is a mission driven fast-growth, Series D, venture backed startup (includes Andreessen Horowitz, Formation 8, and Emerson Collective). Our Board of Directors includes iconic Silicon Valley executives John Chambers (former Cisco Chairman and CEO) and Marc Andreessen (Time Magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world).

OpenGov is the leader in modern cloud software for local governments and state agencies. We have surpassed 1,600+ governments (and growing fast!) using our products in our mission to power more effective and accountable government.

OpenGov is a 2022 Top Workplaces USA award winner and a Forbes 2022 America’s Best Startup Employer!

Job Description

The Senior Software Engineer will build best-in-class SaaS solutions that enable efficiency, transparency, and accountability within government agencies. This role is critical to the OpenGov data platform and our larger R&D organization, helping support the foundation on which all OpenGov applications depend. Lead development of new features on a modern tech stack while helping to set high standards for the team, ensuring our products are performant, scalable, reliable, and observable.

What You’ll Be Working On

• Build robust, high-availability cloud software, crucial to supporting OpenGov’s mission.

• Be part of a culture-focused, globally distributed team.

• Champion continuous improvement and best practices with the team.

• Collaborate with stakeholders across Design, Product Management, and Engineering

• Support, troubleshoot, and monitor production systems.

• Design robust APIs and services that perform at scale.

• Build, test, and deploy with technologies like AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, and Spinnaker.

• Act as a key contributor, lead projects, and continuously improve the way the team collaborates and delivers.

Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• 5+ years of experience in hands-on coding and software design.

• 3+ years experience with a modern, high-level language. Java (our primary language), Ruby, Python, etc.

• 3+ years of professional experience with relational and non-relational databases.

• Proficiency with source control (Git) and common CI platforms (eg Jenkins)

• Experience designing and building microservices connected by stream processing, Kafka preferred.

• Strong communication skills and a desire for transparency

• Experience working as part of an agile team (Scrum or Kanban)

• Experience with AWS

• Experience building large-scale, consumer-facing enterprise SaaS software.

• Design and development of REST APIs.

Nice To Haves

• Creation of GraphQL APIs.

• Experience with domain-driven design

• Experience with cloud-native software development, including scaling (horizontal vs vertical) and cloud deployment strategies.

• Architecture of systems using both relational and non-relational database models.

What makes OpenGov unique

» Leadership: CEO Zac Bookman (MPA from Harvard and JD from Yale) is truly a mission-driven CEO. He was named one of the 100 most Intriguing Entrepreneurs by Goldman Sachs, a Tech Pioneer by the World Economic Forum, and SF and Silicon Valley Business Times’ 40 under 40 class of 2018!

» Funding: Over $250 million, Series D company, from top tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz, 8VC, Cox Enterprises, and Emerson Collective.

» Board of Directors: Includes iconic executives John Chambers (former Cisco Chairman and CEO), Marc Andreessen (Time Magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world), Katherine August-deWilde (Vice Chair of First Republic Bank), and Amy Pressman (co-founder, former president, and a current board member of Medallia).

» Growth: Record breaking growth with 1,600+ governments (and counting) using our products and seven acquisitions in the past six years! Click here to read more.

» Culture: Winner of Forbes 2022 Best Startup Employers, Winner of 2022 Top Workplaces USA award, 50 Best Workplaces award. Check out our Careers Video!

» Perks: 90% paid Medical/Dental/Vision premium for employees, fully paid Life and Short/Long term disability insurance, Unlimited PTO, Parental Leave policy, monthly fitness stipend, anniversary awards, and more!

» Product: Named to the GovTech 100 (seven consecutive years), we are the leader in cloud software for our nation’s cities, counties, and state agencies.

» Mission Driven: We are a technology company with a passion for the mission. We’re powering more effective and accountable government.

Come join us and make a positive social impact!

OpenGov is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

OpenGov

View

Website

View Company Profile

OpenGov Inc. stands out as a leading provider of modern cloud software specifically designed for U.S. local governments, state agencies, school districts, and special districts, serving over 1,600 agencies nationwide. The company's unique focus on public sector needs, such as budgeting, permitting and licensing, procurement, and asset management, makes it a valuable partner for efficient and accountable governance. OpenGov's commitment to customer engagement and continuous improvement, as evidenced by their proactive communication and feedback mechanisms, fosters a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$2B

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 3%

1 year growth

↑ 24%

2 year growth

↑ 56%

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Work from Anywhere

Unlimited Vacation

Mission-Driven Colleagues

World-Class Healthcare

Professional Development

Family Matters

Amazing Customers

INACTIVE