EasyPost is looking to solve the problem of integrating technology-enabled operations of a modern business with the low-tech and complex shipping industry by developing and delivering high-scale, high-performing APIs critical to their core business.
Requirements
- 10+ years of software engineering experience, including 5+ years of hands-on development of complex systems.
- 4+ years managing software engineering teams of at least five engineers.
- Proven experience developing high-volume, high-performance APIs, ideally for a SaaS product.
- Strong leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to mentor, motivate, and guide teams effectively.
- Deep understanding of software engineering principles, development methodologies, and best practices.
- Experience working with large, external vendors.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to make strategic decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of back-end engineers (Python, Go), fostering professional growth and technical excellence.
- Enforce best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance processes to ensure the delivery of scalable, high-quality software.
- Partner with product management and engineering teams to align development efforts with business objectives, timelines, and requirements.
- Prioritize and allocate engineering resources effectively, setting realistic milestones and monitoring progress to ensure timely delivery.
- Work closely with external vendors on complex API Integrations
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement by staying informed on emerging technologies and integrating industry best practices.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, expectation management, and regular feedback loops to enhance customer satisfaction.
Other
- Minimal to light physical effort is required in performing duties.
- Prolonged stationary periods at a desk and working on a computer.
- Travel Required: minimal
- Required on-call hours.
- Must be authorized and based in the United States.
