Staff Software Engineer, Developer Productivity

Role Description

We’re looking for a Staff Software Engineer, Developer Productivity to help us identify and advocate for strategic changes, and play a key role in shaping Webflow's architecture and guiding the company's future. The Staff Engineer is a seasoned expert with an exceptionally strong technical and functional background, consistently incorporating emerging technologies into engineering products and best practices. Recognized as a subject matter expert, they lead major Engineering projects and strategic initiatives, showcasing in-depth knowledge of industry trends and effectively communicating complex technical issues. This individual contributes significantly to long-term strategic business thinking and drives Engineering innovation.

• Drive engineering innovation across the entire company
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies
• Spearhead research initiatives to explore new tools, frameworks, and methodologies
• Guide the approach and execution of a particular team or group of teams
• Dig deep into arbitrarily complex and critical problems and find an appropriate path forward until resolution
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements to architect, design and deliver high-quality solutions
• Conduct thorough architectural reviews to help guide and shape Webflow’s technology stack
• Be a model for engineering innovation in the industry working with partners, customers, and investors
• Mentor and coach other engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning

Qualifications

• BS / BA college degree or relevant experience
• AI-first is your default operating mode
• Genuine passion for building internal platforms where agents are first-class tenants; designing the APIs, guardrails, and observability that let humans and autonomous systems ship together without friction
• Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript with hands-on experience with modern web technology such as React, Node.js, Tailwind.css, and frameworks such as Next.js and Remix
• Solid grasp of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes and extensive experience designing APIs
• Deep understanding of monorepo management, including the design and architectural patterns required to maintain performance and developer sanity at scale
• Ability to navigate the trade-offs between Developer Experience (DX) and platform-native technologies, ensuring our stack remains both modern and maintainable
• Commitment to establishing "paved paths" and self-service capabilities that allow teams to bundle, build, and deploy code with minimal friction
• Effectively connect the dots across multiple engineering teams, collaborating with senior leaders to architect high-quality solutions that balance speed with security and stability
• Commitment to cultivating an inclusive team culture and mentoring other engineers to foster a high-performance, continuous-learning environment
• Curiosity and openness to growth, demonstrating a proactive embrace of AI and actively building and applying fluency in emerging technologies

Requirements

• Location: Remote-first (United States; BC & ON, Canada)
• Full-time
• Permanent
• Exempt
• Application deadline: applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is closed and filled
• Reporting to the Senior Director, Developer Productivity

Benefits

• Ownership in what you help build: Every permanent Webflower receives equity (RSUs) in our growing, privately held company
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time employees and their dependents, with Webflow covering most premiums
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave for all parents and 6+ weeks of additional paid leave for birthing parents
• Flexible vacation, paid holidays, and a sabbatical program to help you recharge and come back inspired
• Access to mental health resources, therapy and coaching
• A 401(k) with 100% employer match (up to $6,000/year) in the U.S., and support for retirement savings globally
• Localized support for work and wellness expenses — from Wi-Fi to workouts
• All full-time, permanent, non-commission employees are eligible for our annual WIN bonus program