Remote Senior Backend Engineer

Description:

• Roofr is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to contribute to building the most trusted roofing platform in the world.
• The role involves working on an all-in-one sales toolbox for roofers, providing instant customizable aerial roof measurements using drone, satellite, or blueprints imagery.
• Responsibilities include developing visually stunning, robust, and automated proposals to enhance client experience and increase close rates.
• The position offers the opportunity to work on upcoming products such as payment processing, consumer financing, and workflow automation.
• The company's mission is to ensure every family can protect their home with an affordable roof.
• The successful candidate will play a significant role in shaping the backend architecture and technology roadmap of Roofr.
• Collaboration with cross-functional team members, writing clean code, and supporting production applications are key aspects of the role.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of software development experience is required for the position.
• Proficiency in PHP language and Laravel framework is essential.
• Experience with agile methodologies and a track record of breaking down complex problems into incremental solutions.
• Proactive in recommending initiatives to enhance engineering technologies and culture.
• Strong communication skills, appreciation for good documentation, and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Understanding of the challenges faced by early-stage companies.
• Desired skills in DevOps, Big Data/Data Science, Machine Learning, and GIS.

Benefits:

• 1st week of employment includes mandatory PTO, with 1 Friday off per month and company-wide paid shutdown between Christmas and New Years.
• Flexible time off policy and medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for employees and their dependents.
• Generous Parental Leave policy.
• Opportunities for learning and development, home office setup reimbursement, and a remote-first culture.
• Regular team retreats, team-building activities, and weekly Friday paydays.
• Roofr is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, celebrating individuality and uniqueness.