Description:

LawnStarter is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to help transform the outdoor home services industry.
The company has secured over $30M in venture funding and is focused on enhancing its platform.
The role offers full autonomy and the opportunity to lead projects from start to finish.
Employees can work remotely and set their own hours.
The position involves building technology that supports thousands of homeowners and service professionals.
The tech stack includes React, React Native, TypeScript for the frontend, and PHP (Laravel), Node.js for the backend, along with AWS, Kubernetes, and Terraform for infrastructure.
Responsibilities include scoping new features, collaborating with product and design teams, writing production code, influencing architectural decisions, and mentoring other engineers.

Requirements:

Candidates must have 6+ years of professional software development experience, including at least 2 years in a lead or senior-level role.
Strong full-stack development skills are required, with flexibility on specific languages and frameworks.
A deep understanding of software design, performance optimization, and testing is essential.
Candidates should be comfortable working across frontend, backend, and infrastructure.
Solid database skills, including SQL and familiarity with non-relational systems, are necessary.
Great communication skills and the ability to work independently are important.
A collaborative and humble approach is valued, emphasizing teamwork alongside technical skills.
Bonus points for experience in marketplaces, SaaS platforms, or working with remote teams.

The position offers a competitive contract rate.
Employees can work from anywhere, providing flexibility in their work environment.
Flexible hours allow employees to complete their work on their own schedule.
The role provides high ownership and autonomy in project management.
The team is fast-moving and encourages building, learning, and growth.