Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software EngineerFindings is on a mission to make renting work for all of us. Renting is one of life's most critical experiences, yet the process is often slow, opaque, and unfair. We're changing that by building the first end-to-end platform that turns complex screening into a seamless, high-trust experience for both property managers and renters.We're growing fast – fueled by $78M in funding from the investors behind companies like Affirm, Gusto, and Uber. With a data-backed product that allows our customers to make smarter, more predictable decisions, and a team dedicated to transparency and precision, we're not just improving the rental process; we're setting the new standard for the entire industry.We're aiming to double our impact this year, and we need builders, thinkers, and problem-solvers to help us scale. If you're ready to modernize one of the most essential industries, we'd love for you to be a part of it.As a Lead Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering innovative and high-impact software. You will own durable systems, collaborating with strategic partners to implement functional solutions across various systems. You'll also enable event orchestration and data access across internal and external systems, powering our other internal Engineering teams to drive the property management industry forward.Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to occasionally collaborate and problem-solve with our customers directly, gaining firsthand insights to refine and enhance our solutions. As a Lead Engineer, you will also be responsible for mentoring other Engineers, working to up-level their skillsets and helping to create a strong team dynamic.Our tech stack includes: Python, Django, Typescript, React, Temporal.io, Postgres, and more.Please note, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Where you'll make an impact:Lead the design, development, and deployment of end-to-end web applications and services.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, Data Science, Compliance, and Security to define, scope, plan, and release projects.Build for scale, availability, performance, and security for customer-facing applications.Architect and own new features in our ecosystem, collaborating with other Engineers to integrate frontend and backend systems.Provide robust technical documentation, code reviews, and promote best practices.Monitor performance, debug issues, and ensure operational excellence.Make key prioritization decisions with limited supervision.Keep abreast of industry trends and ensure the company is taking advantage of the latest technologies and best practices.We'd love to hear from you if you have:8+ years of professional software engineering experience.1+ years of experience in a technical leadership role.Strong knowledge of API integration best practices (RESTful, GraphQL, SOAP).Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and modern DevOps best practices.Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and test-driven development practices.Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, collaborating across departments.Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Nice-to-haves:PropTech/FinTech experienceStartup experienceWhat we offer:Location: We operate on a hybrid schedule (3-4x times in-office per week), with core collaboration days on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at our newly renovated NoHo office.Mission-Driven Culture: A collaborative, high-impact workplace where we challenge each other to grow, innovate, and drive meaningful change.Competitive Compensation: Competitive base salary + Pre-IPO equity.Generous Time Off: We trust our team to manage their own time and workload. That's why we offer an unlimited paid time off (PTO) policy, allowing you to take the time you need to rest and recharge. We also observe all-company holidays.Wellness Perks: Health benefits, 401(k) matching up to 4%, monthly gym stipend, and lunch provided every day.$205,000 - $235,000 a year Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, and the scope of responsibilities in the role. In addition to cash compensation, all full time employees receive an equity compensation package. Compensation disclosure as required by NYC Pay Transparency Law.We're committed to making our interview process as effective and candidate-friendly as possible. We use a tool called Brighthire.ai to record our interviews so that our interviewers can focus entirely on the conversation and not get distracted by taking notes. Please note, if you move forward with the interview process, you'll always have the option to opt out of the recording.We are an equal opportunity employer and, as such, all applicants will be considered based solely upon merit and directly relevant professional competencies.