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Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Toast Tables

Posted on 8/27/2024

Toast

Toast

5,001-10,000 employees

Technology platform for restaurant operations

Food & Agriculture
Hardware
Consumer Software
Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$131k - $210kAnnually

+ Cash Compensation + Equity

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
React.js
Java
TypeScript
REST APIs
Requirements
  • 5+ years of back-end experience in Java, Kotlin, or other object-oriented languages
  • Proficient with modern web standards and technologies (e.g. React, TypeScript, REST, GraphQL)
  • Proficient with relational databases and alternative data stores
  • Experience with distributed systems, enterprise messaging systems, and/or microservices
  • Experience delivering high-quality, reliable services to production
  • Excellent cross-team communication skills on complex technical topics
  • Passionate about technology and learning new things
Responsibilities
  • Join a collaborative team of Design, Product, and other engineering members in developing robust and scalable full-stack software applications
  • Lead complex projects that improve functionality and reliability for our customers
  • Provide design feedback and participate in code reviews to ensure implementation meet requirements
  • Participate in architectural discussions and influence the technical roadmap
  • Advocate for best coding practices to raise the bar for you, your team, and the company
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to other team members

Toast provides a technology platform tailored for the restaurant industry, offering a variety of products and services that help restaurants improve their operations and customer experiences. The main product is an all-in-one point-of-sale (POS) system that includes features like mobile and online ordering, gift card management, detailed sales reporting, employee management, and customer relationship management (CRM). This integrated approach allows restaurants to minimize their dependence on third-party services, which can lead to cost savings. Unlike many competitors, Toast operates on a subscription model, charging restaurants a recurring fee while also generating revenue through transaction fees and hardware sales. The goal of Toast is to enhance the efficiency and profitability of restaurants, making it easier for them to succeed in a competitive market.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$1.2B

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

35%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Toast's innovative solutions, like the Digital Storefront and Marketing Suites, help restaurants attract and retain customers through enhanced digital experiences.
  • The launch of the Restaurant Management Suite and Advanced Restaurant Analytics provides enterprise brands with valuable insights and tools to optimize operations and drive growth.
  • Partnerships with major brands like Caribou Coffee and Choice Hotels demonstrate Toast's ability to secure high-profile clients and expand its market presence.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in restaurant technology is intense, with rivals like SpotOn continuously enhancing their offerings.
  • Integrating new acquisitions and technologies, such as Delphi Display Systems, may pose operational challenges and require significant resources.

What makes Toast unique

  • Toast offers an all-in-one POS system specifically designed for the restaurant industry, integrating functionalities like mobile ordering, online ordering, and gift card management, unlike generic POS systems.
  • The company's diversified revenue stream, including subscription services, transaction fees, hardware sales, and restaurant loans, provides financial stability and multiple growth avenues.
  • Toast's recent acquisitions and partnerships, such as with Delphi Display Systems and Google, enhance its technological capabilities and market reach.

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

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