Remote Sr. Software Engineer

Description:

• The engineering team at Ernest builds foundational technology for various stakeholders, including construction project managers, skilled trade workers, general contractors, and property owners.
• As a senior member of the Engineering Team, you will significantly contribute to building applications from the ground up.
• You will guide the development of software solutions from design to deployment, ensuring alignment with the team’s long-term architectural strategy.
• You will own and advance the team's software architecture, providing system-wide context and foresight for future technology choices.
• You will collaborate with product, design, and other teams to deliver impactful features that drive meaningful business value.
• You will actively mentor engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth.
• You will implement scalable, maintainable, and performant features using the technology stack: React, Node.js, TypeScript, Go, and PostgreSQL.
• You will advocate and enforce engineering best practices, improving processes, tools, and team operations.
• You will contribute to the team’s operational excellence by addressing issues, driving root cause analysis, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• You will solve challenging problems using elegant, simple solutions that positively impact customers and improve the team’s products.

Requirements:

• You must have 5+ years of experience developing user-facing web applications, with mobile experience being a plus.
• You need deep expertise in React, TypeScript, CSS, Node.js, SQL, and production experience with Go.
• You should have a proven ability to navigate undefined problems, breaking them into actionable solutions with minimal guidance.
• You must demonstrate the ability to make or influence critical technical trade-offs with long-term implications.
• You should have experience leading projects that involve multiple engineers and mentoring team members to drive high performance.
• You need a proactive approach to identifying and implementing improvements in software and team operations.
• You must have a strong track record of delivering features that enhance customer experience, software quality, and maintainability.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or a relevant discipline is required.

Benefits:

• You will receive a competitive salary along with equity share in Ernest.
• You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.
• You will be part of a team that supports your growth while allowing you to take ownership of your work.
• You will have the chance to help solve significant problems as the company expands across the United States and into additional service offerings.
• Ernest is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment, celebrating diversity and welcoming applicants from every background and life experience.