Senior Software Engineer - Java (R&D Engineering)
Senior Software Engineer - Java (R&D Engineering)
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$ 128500 - 231500
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Job Description
At Squarespace we believe that design is not just about aesthetics but about seamless functionality and intuitive experiences. Our backend engineers are at the heart of this philosophy working on Product Engineering teams dedicated to crafting integrated products that empower our users. Were on a mission to transform our $7 billion business into a $20 billion powerhouse in the next 3-5 years and you can be a key part of this journey.
As a Senior Backend Software Engineer you will play a pivotal role in developing and owning features and services end-to-end. You will report to an Engineering Team Lead and contribute to a hybrid work model spending three days a week onsite at our New York City headquarters and two days remotely. Relocation support is available for those joining us from outside New York City.
Youll Get To
- Write server-side code build high-volume production applications and rapidly develop prototypes.
- Lead the development of new features and construct backend services using Java.
- Collaborate with fellow engineers and designers to create intuitive customer-focused experiences.
- Ensure the reliability of systems critical to Squarespace users and businesses powered by our platform.
- Practice disciplined software engineering including automated testing comprehensive code reviews and writing beautiful readable code.
- Mentor and guide other engineers contributing to their professional growth and the teams overall success.
Who Were Looking For
- 7 years of development experience with Java Python Go or another object-oriented language coupled with experience developing large-scale software.
- A solid foundation in computer science including proficiency in data structures algorithms and software design principles.
- A strong commitment to creating readable code and a deep understanding of database schema design caching and scalability.
- A degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent industry experience
Our Company Values Are Central To Our Success
- Be the Customer: We strive to provide the same high standard of tools and services to our customers that we would want for ourselves.
- Design is not a luxury: We believe that exceptional design should be accessible to everyone and we relentlessly pursue great design in every aspect of our work.
- Build the Ideal: We aim to shape the future of our industry by conceiving and building game-changing products.
- Learn fast act fast: We believe that pursuing the fastest path to learning and having a healthy bias for action are key to our success.
- Protect Creativity: Ideas can come from anyone or anywhere but they are fragile and require space to develop and grow.
- Simplify.
Benefits & Perks
- A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums
- Fertility and adoption benefits
- Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage
- Headspace mindfulness app subscription
- Global Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement benefits with employer match
- Flexible paid time off
- 20 weeks for parental leave and up to 12 weeks to care for an ill family member
- Pretax commuter benefit
- Education reimbursement
- Employee donation match to community organizations
- 8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Dog-friendly workplace
- Free lunch and snacks
- Private rooftop
- Hack week twice per year
Cash Compensation Range: $128500 - $231500 USD
The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills experience and location among other factors.
In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and where applicable for eligible roles may include on-target commissions or overtime pay) Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock.
About Squarespace
Squarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence build an audience monetize and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites domains ecommerce and marketing tools as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1500 is headquartered in bustling New York City with offices in Dublin Ireland Aveiro Portugal and coworking spaces in the UK Netherlands and Australia. For more information about our company culture visit Commitment Today more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers but we also work toward the same in our employees. At Squarespace we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ethnicity ancestry religion national origin gender sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age citizenship marital or parental status disability veteran status or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. #LI-Hybrid Thank you in advance for providing the following details about your work history from your resume! This helps us ensure that your candidate information is accurate and consistent during the hiring process. Squarespace will never solicit your personal banking information or ask you to transfer money in connection with a job offer or interview. We also will not reach out to you via phone or SMS without your permission or knowledge.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
