Software Engineer - Global Transaction Tax

As a Software Engineer at Commenda, you will be responsible for building and maintaining our high-availability, low-latency API that handles transaction tax calculations and filing workflows. Additionally, you will enhance our cutting-edge sales tax product and work on integrations with various accounting and payment systems. Your role will also include collaborating closely with team members and customers to refine our software solutions based on feedback.

To succeed as a Software Engineer at Commenda, strong software engineering fundamentals and experience with full-stack web applications are essential. You should have a keen understanding of business impact and a desire to be a valuable member of our committed team. Familiarity with technologies such as React/NextJS for frontend and Node.js or Golang for backend development is highly desirable, as these tools are integral to our tech stack.

While prior experience in software engineering is preferred for the Software Engineer position at Commenda, we're mainly looking for candidates who demonstrate enthusiasm, adaptability, and a solid understanding of full-stack development. If you have a profound eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply even if you're at the early stage of your career.

The culture at Commenda is characterized by a intense, fast-paced environment that values high commitment. As a Software Engineer, you’ll find a community of dedicated professionals who thrive on collaboration and feedback. The focus is on growth and ownership, so you’ll have opportunities to impact the business significantly, making this more than just your typical 9-5 job.

Commenda offers exceptional growth opportunities for Software Engineers, where you can quickly expand your skills and career. With tight feedback loops and high-impact projects involving both technology and business aspects, you will have the chance to take on challenging responsibilities, learn from experienced teammates, and drive substantial revenue growth for the company.

When answering this question, detail your experience in designing, developing, and deploying web applications using both frontend and backend technologies. Highlight specific frameworks and languages you’ve used and discuss any projects that showcase your skills in creating user-friendly interfaces and effective server-side logic.

To answer this question, explain your approach to API design, including considerations for load balancing, caching mechanisms, and optimization techniques. Share experiences where you implemented these strategies, including the impact on performance and user experience.

In answering this question, provide a specific example of a technical challenge you encountered in a past project. Discuss the steps you took to analyze and solve the issue, emphasizing your problem-solving skills, collaboration with team members, and the successful outcome of your efforts.

Detail your experience with third-party integrations by discussing the assessment process you follow before choosing a service. Explain how you handle data flow, authentication, and error management, and provide examples of past integrations you successfully completed.

Explain your methods for prioritizing tasks, such as using agile methodologies, collaboration with team members, and maintaining focus on deadlines. Illustrate your answer with examples of how you’ve maintained productivity under pressure without compromising the quality of your work.

Discuss your preferred technologies for backend development, including your reasons for choosing them based on factors like performance, community support, or suitability for the project's requirements. Mention any relevant experience using Node.js or Golang, emphasizing how they align with Commenda's tech stack.

Share your perspective on constructive feedback, emphasizing that you view it as a valuable opportunity for growth. Describe your experiences working with feedback, how you implement it in your work, and the positive outcomes that have resulted from incorporating others' suggestions.

Explain your approach to troubleshooting, including specific tools and techniques you utilize, such as debugging tools, logging, or pair programming. Illustrate your answer with a relevant example of a past debugging experience and the solutions you executed.

Discuss the resources and strategies you use to stay informed about industry trends, such as tech blogs, online courses, webinars, and community involvement. Highlight the importance of continuous learning to ensure you remain competitive in your role as a Software Engineer.

Construct your answer by aligning Commenda’s mission and culture with your personal values and career aspirations. Discuss your excitement about the opportunity to work on innovative solutions in global tax compliance and your eagerness to contribute to a team that thrives on challenges and growth.