Description:

Close is a bootstrapped, profitable, 100% remote company with a team of around 100 individuals focused on building a user-friendly CRM for small scaling businesses.
The Senior Software Engineer will join one of six cross-functional product development teams, collaborating with frontend and backend engineers, product managers, and designers.
Responsibilities include conceiving, designing, building, and launching new user-facing features, implementing AI features, and enhancing web app functionalities with real-time updates.
The frontend application is a single-page TypeScript web app primarily built in React, with a mobile app developed using React Native.
The role involves working with technologies such as Twilio's API, WebSockets, WebRTC, and GraphQL, as well as improving user experience and expanding the frontend GraphQL usage.

Requirements:

Candidates should have a solid understanding of web technologies and experience in building modern frontend single-page applications in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
Senior 1 & 2 level candidates must have at least 5 years of experience, with 3 years specifically in React; Staff level candidates should have 8+ years of experience; Mid-level candidates should have around 3 years of experience.
Significant experience in designing, debugging, and optimizing frontend applications is required, along with a thorough understanding of REST APIs and HTTP requests.
Candidates should possess great product sense, be able to think through user experience issues, and have a passion for UI craftsmanship.
Proficiency in English and residency in the USA (lower 48 timezones) is mandatory.
Bonus points for experience with real-time web apps, GraphQL endpoints, AI LLMs, design tools, leading project teams, contributing to open source, building B2B SaaS products, and experience with sales tools.

Competitive compensation package that includes an organization-wide goal-based bonus.
Generous Paid Time Off policy: 5 weeks PTO upon joining, plus additional days for each year of service, and designated holiday breaks.
Flexible work options allowing employees to choose between a standard 5-day work week or a 4-day week at 80% pay.
Paid Parental Leave for both primary and secondary caregivers.
Eligibility for a 1-month paid sabbatical after 5 years with the company.
Comprehensive healthcare benefits for US residents, including medical, dental, vision, and HSA options.
401k plan with a 6% contribution match and immediate vesting for US residents.