Senior Software Engineer (backend)

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Palo Alto, CA
119K-150K Annually
Senior level
HR Tech • Information Technology • Software
The Role
The Senior Software Engineer will design, build, and scale innovative backend solutions for the Quote-to-Cash Engineering team, collaborating with product managers and designers to deliver impactful features. Responsibilities include optimizing systems for customer retention and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring high-quality coding standards.
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Velocity Global offers the most unified, tech-enabled, and customer service-driven global workforce management, ensuring smooth, reliable operations across countries, roles, and workforce types so businesses can navigate complexity with confidence, deliver strong results, and stay ahead. We help you expand your business into new markets without the complexity of setting up entities. We hire, pay, and manage your workforce across 185+ countries with our AI-powered global Workforce Technology platform.

Our mission at Velocity Global is to simplify global employment, enabling companies to hire, manage, and retain talent anywhere in the world. We are passionate about fostering innovation, collaboration, and diversity in the workplace.


We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our Quote-to-Cash Engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, building, and scaling innovative solutions that enhance our user acquisition, engagement, and retention efforts. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features and contribute to the success of Velocity Global's company objectives. You will report to the Senior Manager, Software Engineering.

This role will require in-office collaboration for 3 days per week in our Palo Alto, CA office..

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to build and deliver scalable, high-quality solutions.
  • Architect, develop, and maintain applications and services using TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS in a serverless environment.
  • Optimize systems and processes to drive customer acquisition, retention, and engagement.
  • Lead by example in writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
  • Mentor junior team members and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Contribute to technical discussions, design reviews, and code reviews to maintain high engineering standards.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices to continuously enhance our technology stack.

You Have:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on backend and serverless architecture.
  • Experience with TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, S3, etc.).
  • Solid understanding of software design patterns, microservices architecture, and RESTful APIs.
  • A lean mindset - Focus on delivering customer value by minimizing waste, optimizing workflows, fostering continuous improvement, and prioritizing in an iterative manner.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a team-oriented mindset.Experience with financial systems projects is a plus.

#LI-Hybrid

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The base pay depends upon many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified. 

Annualized Pay Range

$119,000$150,000 USD

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion across our organization, embracing the rich tapestry of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives that our global team brings together in offices around the world. Velocity Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to empowering individuals from all walks of life to achieve their professional goals with us, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, or genetic information. We actively seek and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including those with disabilities, and offer accommodations throughout the selection process upon request.

Velocity Global offers a range of benefits tailored to the location and type of role. A general benefits overview is below:

  • Flexible Time Off + Parental Leave
  • Health and Dental Insurance (where applicable)
  • Retirement Savings + Employee Incentive Plan
  • WFH Stipend
  • Company Bonus + Spot Bonuses

Please visit our career page for more information.

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The Company
HQ: Denver, CO
784 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Velocity Global accelerates the future of work for anyone, anywhere, anyhow. Its Global Work Platform™ simplifies the employer and talent experience through its proprietary cloud-based talent management technology, backed by personalized expertise and unmatched global scale. The platform offers a full suite of talent solutions, including global Employer of Record and Contractor Management, to help companies onboard, manage, and pay talent in more than 185 countries and all 50 United States.

Founded in 2014, the company has hundreds of employees across six continents, with plans to double in size in 2022.

As a work anywhere company, Velocity Global employees can create a work experience to fit their lifestyle, giving them the freedom to pursue their passion without the hassle of long commutes, rigid schedules and overlapping work-life demands. We empower people to live life fully, supported by a dynamic culture, growth opportunities and unique benefits. In the words of our founder, Ben Wright: “Professional experiences of a lifetime start here.”

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