Senior Software Engineer Technical Lead (Seattle)

Location: Hushh Garage @ Kirkland, WA or Hushh co-working space @ University of Washington Startup Hall in Seattle, WA

Hybrid: Monday - Thursday out of our offices, with WFH on Fridays (we are hybrid friendly but not remote-first and believe in in-person collaborations for all roles that involving building -product, UX and engineering roles)

About Hushh:

We're on a mission to make user data universally accessible and valuable, respecting users' control and privacy. Our portfolio includes the world's first personal data assistant (Hushh PDA) and personal magazine (Hushh Magazine).

Position Overview:

We are looking for a Lead Product Engineer to drive the development of our MVPs for Hushh PDA and Hushh Magazine. This role will combine cutting-edge digital advertising tech with next-gen content experiences influenced by Vogue, TikTok, Instagram, Spotify, and top-tier news publishers.

Responsibilities:

• Lead development and launch of MVPs for Hushh PDA and Hushh Magazine

• Work closely with product, design, and data teams to build feature sets

• Implement advertising and content marketing algorithms

• Develop multi-modal content experiences, including games and interactive features

• Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability of the platform

Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering

• 4+ years in a leadership role

• Strong knowledge of digital advertising and content marketing platforms

• Experience in mobile app development

• Strong grasp of multi-modal content, including video, text, and interactive games

• Familiarity with UI/UX principles, especially from platforms like Vogue, TikTok, Instagram, Spotify, Kindle, WSJ, and NYT

Key Skills:

• React Native / Flutter

• Python / Java / C++

• Advertising Tech Stack (Google Ads, Facebook Ads, Programmatic)

• AI/ML algorithms for content recommendation

• DevOps and cloud infrastructure

• Data Analytics and A/B Testing

• SEO and Content Optimization

What You'll Gain

• Impact: Your work will directly influence the way millions of people interact with their data, shaping a new era of privacy and control.

• Skills and Experience: You'll develop multifaceted skills, working on real-world projects with leading technologies.

• Networking and Mentorship: Connect with industry leaders, attend workshops, and be part of a community that nurtures talent.

• Inspiration and Creativity: Work in an environment that encourages thinking outside the box and pushing boundaries.

Key Questions for Applicants:

• Describe a digital advertising algorithm you've successfully implemented.

• What's your approach to multi-modal content experiences?

• Share an example of a product you've built that was inspired by an existing digital experience (e.g., Vogue, TikTok, etc.).

• Explain your experience with in-app purchases and e-commerce integrations.

• How have you optimized content for SEO?

• Describe a challenging problem you've solved in the realm of scalable systems.

• How do you prioritize feature development in a fast-paced startup environment?

• Share an example of successfully leading a cross-functional team.

• How do you handle disagreements within the team and make final decisions?

• What interests you most about working on Hushh PDA and Hushh Magazine?

Application Instructions:

To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, and responses to the key questions to View email address on apply.placed-app.com. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Join Us

Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? Are you ready to be a pioneer in a new age of data control and privacy? If you are passionate about building innovative solutions that make a difference, we want to hear from you via View email address on apply.placed-app.com

This is a unique opportunity to work on a cutting-edge product at an early stage startup, and make a significant impact on the direction and growth of the company. Let's build the future, together.

Our headquarters are in Kirkland, Washington, and Kirkland is the primary work location for this role.