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Senior Software Engineer, Online Giving

GiveCampus
Location
United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
500 Eng
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 6+ years of hands-on, real-world development experience
  • Full-stack proficiency in a modern front-end framework (React or Vue.js) and a backend language/framework (Ruby on Rails, Node.js, Python, or similar)
  • System design experience focusing on scalable and resilient solutions
  • Strong SQL database skills including schema design and query optimization
  • API design and integration experience with RESTful services
  • Test-driven mindset with unit, integration, and end-to-end testing
Nice to have
  • Payments experience with Stripe or similar platforms
  • Deep expertise with Ruby on Rails and RSpec
  • Experience building high-conversion consumer-facing checkout or donation flows
  • Experience in fundraising, crowdfunding, fintech, or e-commerce
  • Postgres administration experience or familiarity with caching and performance issues
What the job really is

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Online Giving team at GiveCampus, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining donor-facing giving forms and payment flows, ensuring they are reliable and user-friendly. You'll work on full-stack projects, collaborating with product managers and designers to create technical solutions that enhance the fundraising experience for educational institutions. Additionally, you'll mentor junior engineers and participate in system-wide initiatives, contributing to the overall growth and efficiency of the team.

Things to weigh
  • Remote-first role with expectations for in-person connection during company-wide and team-specific events
  • Opportunity to step into a Tech Lead role, which may involve additional responsibilities
  • Support work includes a rotational on-call schedule, which may require availability outside of standard hours
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Career value4/5
Role clarity5/5
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