Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer (Backend/Full-stack)

Raken is a cloud-based, mobile, collaboration platform for the construction industry — we empower the people who build the world! Our goal is to transform the way the world builds by introducing technology to a 7,000 year old industry. To achieve this, we aim to attract unique, passionate people to the cause. We believe that faster, better reporting will improve the working lives of nearly 10% of the US labor force—the percentage of people currently working in construction. Helping turn the worst part of their day into the easiest (and fastest) is why we do what we do! We work with Commercial, Residential, and Specialty Contractors of all shapes and sizes; including many of the largest construction companies in the world.

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer (Backend/Full-stack) to join our startup that has the #1 app in one of the largest industries in the world.

Applicants should have an excellent background in data structures, design patterns, and modern programming practices with more than 5 years of Java experience, including API and Database development.

Well qualified applicants should be able to demonstrate working knowledge of the latest libraries and programming techniques. Frontend development experience in React JS is desired, but not required.

This is a full-time, exempt position for candidates located near San Diego as a hybrid role, or for individuals located outside of California as a fully remote position.

Why Join Raken?

• Raken is a fast-growing SaaS company based in Carlsbad, California, serving thousands of customers worldwide.
• We have received numerous awards, including recognition on Forbes' America's Best Startup Employers, the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing U.S. Companies, and Top Workplaces in California.
• We have continued to be recognized as a proud winner of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For awards in both Southern California and the Nation since 2021.
• Raken is consistently rated a High Performer for construction management solutions on leading review platforms such as G2, Capterra, and Software Advice, and we are recognized by G2 year after year.
• Our culture is a top priority. We have a hardworking team that strives to make a meaningful impact and enjoys having fun along the way.
• Our core values guide everything we do: Take Ownership, Keep Evolving, Stay Balanced, Elevate Others, and Let's Go!

If you are a driven individual who wants to make an impact at a company that truly values its culture, employees, and customers, Raken is the place for you.

Role Responsibilities:

• Write Java code for internal application development
• Fix bugs and provide support for business and maintenance teams
• Write and execute unit tests using JUnit and/or other testing frameworks
• Create required documentation including high-level design documents
• Play a key role in design, implementation and delivery of roadmap initiatives
• Communicate estimates, risks, and dependencies to technical leads and product owners
• Refactor existing modules to improve overall quality of code
• Work closely with dev & ops teams to evolve, improve, and scale the platform
• Participate in all standard Agile ceremonies to continuously improve the software development lifecycle, and overall quality of the engineering department
• Mentor other developers with thoughtful code reviews and constructive feedback

Skills, Qualifications and Attributes:

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent degree, or 8+ years development experience
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design patterns and best practices
• 5+ years experience developing Java web applications
• 5+ years of experience with RDBMS and SQL queries
• 5+ years of experience with JSON and related libraries and technologies
• 5+ years of experience with RESTful APIs
• 5+ years of experience with Spring framework
• 5+ years of experience with Hibernate / JPA
• 5+ years of experience using source control systems (Git)
• 5+ years of experience utilizing JUnit and other testing frameworks
• 3+ with AWS technologies, including Serverless, S3, Cloud Formation
• Passionate about writing high quality and well-architected code
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering consumer-facing solutions
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical team members
• Positive attitude with a constructive approach to challenges and respect for colleagues
• Experience with JavaScript and/or advanced web UI technologies (e.g., React.js)

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision with generous employer contribution
• HSA/FSA
• Life/LTD
• Generous PTO
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 401k + Match
• Continuing education with reimbursement opportunities
• Free on-site gym
• Company Social Events
• Excellent company culture
• Modern office with Ocean view and amenities

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture but is a key contributor to our success. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.