Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Ruby / Golang

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Care.com

Care.com

5,001-10,000 employees

Online marketplace for caregivers and families

Compensation Overview

$140k - $170k/yr

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

Senior

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Hybrid work environment; in-office Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Category
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
JavaScript
React.js
Ruby
Ruby on Rails
Postgres
Docker
TypeScript
Microservices
AWS
Go
Next.js
MongoDB
Development Operations (DevOps)
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in full-stack development with a strong focus on React, Golang, and Ruby
  • Expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Next.js for front-end development
  • Strong knowledge of backend services using Golang and Ruby on Rails
  • Experience with APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
  • Proficiency in server-side rendering (SSR/RSC) and performance optimization techniques
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and DevOps best practices
  • Familiarity with A/B testing, feature flags, and experimentation frameworks
  • Knowledge of security best practices, compliance standards, and scalability considerations
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues across the stack
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across business and technical teams
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain React-based front-end applications, ensuring high performance and user-friendly experiences
  • Build and optimize Golang and Ruby backend services to support our web applications and internal tools
  • Work with Node.js, TypeScript, and server-side rendering (SSR/RSC) to enhance application performance and SEO
  • Develop and maintain APIs and microservices, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to build seamless user experiences
  • Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and monitoring tools
  • Optimize front-end and back-end performance, improving load times and responsiveness
  • Ensure security best practices are implemented across all layers of the stack
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to integrations, performance, and user experience
  • Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and recommend best practices for front-end and back-end development

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 information, while caregivers can enhance their profiles with premium listings. This approach allows Care.com to generate revenue not only from subscriptions but also from additional services like payroll management and insurance. The goal of Care.com is to simplify the process of finding reliable care for families, making it easier for them to connect with qualified caregivers.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Waltham, Massachusetts

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for remote caregiving services post-pandemic boosts Care.com's market potential.
  • Growing pet care industry offers expansion opportunities for Care.com.
  • Elder care technology adoption aligns with Care.com's potential service integrations.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging platforms offering similar services at lower costs threaten Care.com's market share.
  • AI-driven caregiver matching services may impact Care.com's subscription revenue model.
  • Data privacy concerns could lead to increased scrutiny and loss of user trust.

What makes Care.com unique

  • Care.com offers a comprehensive marketplace for childcare, senior care, and pet care.
  • The platform provides subscription-based access to caregiver profiles and background checks.
  • Care.com has a global presence, expanding beyond its primary U.S. market.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Holidays

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

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