Senior Software Engineer, Admin Platform

Company: Recruiting From Scratch
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: May 28, 2025

Job Description:

Who is :Recruiting from Scratch is a premier talent firm that focuses on placing the best product managers, software, and hardware talent at innovative companies. Our team is 100% remote and we work with teams across the United States to help them hire.About the client:Title of Role: Senior Software Engineer - Admin PlatformLocation: Seattle, WACompany Stage of Funding: Growth Stage (> $170M in total funding)Office Type: Hybrid (3 days/week onsite)Salary: $160,000 - $180,000 base + equityCompany DescriptionJoin a fast-growing, venture-backed technology company transforming the future of workplace experience. With 16,000+ customer locations globally and a suite of products powering everything from visitor check-ins to space booking and compliance, this company is redefining how modern workplaces operate. Backed by leading investors and a mission-driven culture, they're building the infrastructure that helps organizations bring people together safely, efficiently, and intelligently.What You Will DoAs a Senior Software Engineer on the Admin Platform team, you'll architect and build core features that support the admin experience across the company's enterprise-grade product offerings. You'll focus on backend systems while also contributing across the stack when needed.You'll lead projects from ideation to production, collaborating with product managers, designers, and engineers across teams. You'll play a strategic role in shaping platform capabilities that directly impact some of the world's largest organizations.Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and building scalable backend systems and APIs (REST, GraphQL)
• Leading cross-functional projects that impact multiple product areas
• Improving data models and performance using relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL)
• Building features like SCIM sync, SSO, and Custom Roles for enterprise customers
• Driving long-term technical strategy and architectural decisions
• Mentoring team members and contributing to engineering excellenceIdeal Candidate Background
  • 6+ years of experience as a software engineer (fullstack preferred, backend focused)
  • Proven experience working on scalable, production-grade web applications
  • Strong system design skills and ability to lead architecture discussions
  • Deep experience building and consuming APIs (REST, GraphQL)
  • Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, and backend languages like Kotlin
  • Experience working in startup environments or high-growth tech companies
  • Track record of cross-functional impact and influencing beyond your teamPreferred Qualifications
    • BS or MS in Computer Science or related field
    • Experience with CI/CD, Git, GitHub workflows
    • Familiarity with data engineering practices (pipelines, processing, analytics)
    • Experience with security, authentication, or admin-focused features
    • Prior exposure to hybrid cloud environments or enterprise softwareCompensation, Benefits, and Other Details
      • Competitive base salary: $160,000 - $180,000
      • Equity package available
      • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
      • Hybrid work environment (Tues-Thurs onsite in Seattle HQ)
      • Sponsorship available for candidates with existing U.S. work authorization (Please include visa type, expiration, and I-140 status if applicable)
      • Strong commitment to employee growth, inclusion, and long-term career developmentThis is a high-impact opportunity to join a talented engineering team shaping the core platform at a mission-driven company serving global customers. If you enjoy building elegant systems at scale and solving enterprise-level challenges, we'd love to hear from you.
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