Remote Staff Software Engineer, Restaurant Applications (Remote - US)

Description:

• The position is for a Staff Software Engineer, Restaurant Applications at SoundHound AI, located in the United States.
• The role involves designing and building user interfaces and scalable systems for AI-driven restaurant applications.
• Responsibilities include leading technical solutions for complex challenges, focusing on front-end architecture.
• The engineer will build responsive, accessible, and high-performance web applications for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Collaboration with UX designers, product managers, and back-end engineers is essential to create seamless, data-driven experiences.
• Continuous improvement of brand onboarding workflows and operational excellence tools is expected.
• The role includes designing reusable component libraries and A/B testing frameworks for rapid product iteration.
• Analyzing user feedback and usage data to enhance user experience and drive measurable improvements is part of the job.
• Contribution to long-term platform strategy and innovation initiatives is required.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 12+ years of experience in software engineering, with expertise in modern front-end development.
• Deep knowledge of React (hooks, context, modern patterns), HTML5, CSS3 (Flexbox/Grid), and utility-first frameworks like Tailwind is necessary.
• Experience with state management tools such as Redux, Zustand, or Recoil is required.
• Familiarity with data-fetching via GraphQL or REST and real-time frameworks (WebSocket, GraphQL Subscriptions) is essential.
• Proficiency in accessibility standards (WCAG) and responsive design implementation is needed.
• Strong UI/UX sensibilities with attention to detail in pixel-perfect interfaces are important.
• Candidates should be comfortable using design tools like Figma or Sketch; experience with D3.js or Recharts is a plus.
• Bonus points for experience with ClojureScript, Reagent, Reframe, or working in restaurant/hospitality SaaS environments.
• A collaborative mindset with excellent communication and a proactive, growth-oriented approach is required.

Benefits:

• The position offers a competitive base salary between $165,000 and $200,000 plus an equity package.
• It is a fully remote position, excluding certain states.
• Employees within 60 miles of a company office will have three in-office “core days” per month.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision, is provided.
• The company offers generous paid time off and parental leave.
• A 401(k) plan and equity participation are included in the benefits.
• There are opportunities for career growth in a mission-driven AI company that is shaping voice technology across industries.