Staff Software Engineer

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Kinect. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $180,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr Staff Software Engineer We are seeking an exceptional Staff Software Engineer to join our Growth Engineering team. In this technical leadership role, you will drive the development of scalable systems that enhance user acquisition, retention, and engagement. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape technical direction and make a direct impact on business growth. This role offers the opportunity to work across the stack using React JS, TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS in a serverless environment. In-office collaboration (3 days per week) in Palo Alto, CA is required. Key Responsibilities: Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of complex, scalable systems. Collaborate with product, design, and engineering teams to deliver impactful features. Define best practices for coding standards, system design, and process improvements. Develop and optimize applications using TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, S3, etc.). Mentor engineers, conduct technical reviews, and drive continuous improvement. Stay up to date with emerging technologies and troubleshoot high-priority production issues. Qualifications: 8+ years of software engineering experience with a strong focus on backend development and distributed systems. Deep expertise in TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS services. Proven ability to lead technical projects from inception to deployment. Strong understanding of system design, scalability, and performance optimization. Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and leadership skills. Experience with growth-focused engineering projects or A/B testing frameworks is a plus. Preferred Skills: Front-end performance optimization. Contributions to open-source projects. Experience with testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, React Testing Library). Kinect is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We comply with all applicable laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Kinect is dedicated to fair hiring practices, equal access to opportunities, and a workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Information Technology and Engineering Industries Staffing and Recruiting and Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kinect by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Software Engineer jobs in Palo Alto, CA. Software Engineer 4 - TV & Web Player Platform Software Engineer, AI Platform - New Grad Software Engineer I (Full Time) United States San Jose, CA $98,600.00-$125,900.00 2 weeks ago Sunnyvale, CA $56.25-$173,000.00 1 day ago Menlo Park, CA $56.25-$173,000.00 2 weeks ago Full Stack Software Engineer (L5), Content Middleware Infrastructure Software Engineer III, Full Stack, Google Ads Mountain View, CA $136,000.00-$200,000.00 2 days ago New Grads 2025 - Software Engineer, Algorithm San Jose, CA $120,000.00-$165,000.00 7 months ago eCommerce Full Stack Developer (React / Shopify) - On Site San Jose, CA $113,400.00-$206,300.00 2 weeks ago Jr. Software Development Engineer - Sunnyvale, CA New Grads 2025 - General Software Engineer San Jose, CA $120,000.00-$165,000.00 3 months ago Software Engineer I (Intern) United States San Jose, CA $44,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kinect