Staff Software Engineer

Code for America

Remote regions

US

Salary range

$128,945–$157,850/yr

Benefits

Unlimited PTO 17w maternity 17w paternity

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About the role:

  • Staff Software Engineers pair hands-on engineering with leadership, guiding technical direction and enabling fellow engineers through collaboration and mentorship.
  • This role reports to the Engineering Manager and is remote within the US.
  • The pace of change in policy and technology creates opportunities to develop solutions for public services.

In this position you will:

  • Craft new features, write automated tests, and work iteratively to ship minimal features.
  • Own architecture and data-modeling decisions, weighing tradeoffs.
  • Mentor engineers, establish technical direction, and act as connective tissue within the team.

What you’ll get:

  • Salary range $128,945 to $157,850 annually, with a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Benefits include open PTO, medical, 401(k), 17 weeks paid parental leave, and professional development stipend.
  • Code for America provides a supportive remote environment with equipment and internet reimbursement.

Code for America

Code for America is a nonprofit that uses technology to improve government services. With a team of motivated change agents, the culture emphasizes transparency, fairness, and deep empathy for partners and communities served.

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