Software Engineer III

Reposted 23 Days Ago
San Francisco, CA, USA
In-Office
148K-217K Annually
Mid level
Information Technology
The Role
Design, develop, and scale backend services and APIs for distributed systems. Build production-grade applications, contribute to system and service design, collaborate cross-functionally, and make technical decisions to support scalable microservices architectures on cloud platforms.
Summary Generated by Built In

Our Mission:

6sense's mission is to multiply what matters: growth, retention, and efficiency.  We envision a future where companies, teams and people reach their full potential.

Our People:

People are the heart and soul of 6sense. We serve with passion and purpose. We live by our Being 6sense values of Win as One Team, Stay Curious, Do The Right Thing, Own the Outcome, and Create Belonging.  Every 6sensor plays a part in defining the future of our industry-leading technology.  6sense is a place where difference-makers roll up their sleeves, take risks, act with integrity, and measure success by the value we create for our customers.  We want 6sense to be the best chapter of your career. 

About the Role:

As a Software Engineer III, you will play a critical role in designing and building scalable backend systems that power 6sense’s next-generation AI-driven platform. You will work closely with engineering, product, and cross-functional teams to build high-performance services, contribute to architectural decisions, and solve complex technical challenges.

You will be responsible for developing robust backend applications, designing scalable APIs, and contributing to distributed systems that support enterprise-scale customers.

What will you own:
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs.
  • Build robust, reliable, and production-grade applications.
  • Contribute to the architecture and development of services, frameworks, and distributed systems.
  • Drive technical solutions and participate in system design discussions.
  • Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions.
  • Identify opportunities for improving system performance, reliability, and scalability.
  • Participate in code reviews and promote engineering best practices.
What we're looking for:Must-Have Skills & Qualifications:
  • 4+ years of software engineering experience with a strong backend development focus.
  • Strong programming experience in Python and/or Java.
  • Experience building scalable APIs and backend systems.
  • Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
  • Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to design scalable technical solutions.
  • Experience contributing to system design and architectural decisions.
Good-to-Have Skills:
  • Exposure to Golang and TypeScript.
  • Experience working in high-growth SaaS environments.
  • Experience with data platforms, analytics systems, or large-scale data processing environments.
  • Familiarity with building AI/ML-enabled products or platforms.
Success in this role would look like:
  • Delivering scalable and reliable backend solutions that support business growth.
  • Driving technical excellence through strong engineering practices and thoughtful design decisions.
  • Successfully collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact features.
  • Improving system performance, scalability, and reliability across services.
  • Becoming a trusted technical contributor who helps shape the future of 6sense’s platform.

Base Salary Range: $147,918.75 - $216,947.50. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual salaries may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including but not limited to work location and experience. The base salary is one component of 6sense’s total compensation package for this position. Other compensation may include a bonus program or commission plan, and stock options if approved by 6sense’s board. In addition, 6sense provides a variety of benefits, including generous health insurance coverage, life, and disability insurance, a 401K employer matching program, paid holidays, self-care days, and paid time off (PTO). #Li-remote

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Our Benefits: 

Full-time employees can take advantage of health coverage, paid parental leave, generous paid time-off and holidays, quarterly self-care days off, and stock options. We’ll make sure you have the equipment and support you need to work and connect with your teams, at home or in one of our offices. 

We have a growth mindset culture that is represented in all that we do, from onboarding through to numerous learning and development initiatives including access to our LinkedIn Learning platform. Employee well-being is also top of mind for us. We host quarterly wellness education sessions to encourage self care and personal growth. From wellness days to ERG-hosted events, we celebrate and energize all 6sense employees and their backgrounds. 

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

6sense is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. 

We are aware of recruiting impersonation attempts that are not affiliated with 6sense in any way. All email communications from 6sense will originate from the @6sense.com domain. We will not initially contact you via text message and will never request payments. If you are uncertain whether you have been contacted by an official 6sense employee, reach out to jobs@6sense.com 

Skills Required

  • 4+ years of software engineering experience
  • Experience with Python and/or Java
  • Strong experience building scalable APIs and backend systems
  • Strong understanding of microservices and distributed systems
  • Experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Strong problem-solving and system design capabilities
  • Exposure to Golang and Typescript
  • Experience in high-growth SaaS environments
  • Exposure to data platforms or analytics systems

6sense Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about 6sense and has not been reviewed or approved by 6sense.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is considered strong overall, with widespread satisfaction in salary, benefits, and equity. Compensation is also positioned as comparatively competitive for multiple roles, including sales and engineering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off policies are described as flexible, including an unlimited-style vacation approach and expectations of being work-free while out. This breadth in paid time off is repeatedly positioned as a standout part of the overall package.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is characterized as comprehensive, with dental and vision coverage called out as employer-paid in some descriptions. Wellness-related supports such as wellness days and stipends add to the perceived strength of the health-and-wellbeing offering.

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The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
520 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

The 6sense Account Engagement Platform helps revenue teams identify and close more opportunities by putting the power of AI, big data and machine learning behind every member of the B2B revenue team.

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