Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer at Compass Reg, your primary responsibilities include collaborating with the founding team to design and develop software solutions, translating mockups into engaging user experiences, and working alongside the Head of Engineering and Data Science to shape product roadmaps. You'll also share knowledge within a technical community and help maintain our devops infrastructure.

To be successful in the Software Engineer role at Compass Reg, you should have at least 3 years of relevant experience as a full-stack engineer, with strong skills in front-end development. Familiarity with Python, Django, Postgres, and front-end technologies like HTMX and TailwindCSS is essential, alongside experience in AWS and Docker for devops tasks.

As a Software Engineer at Compass Reg, familiarity with Python, Django, Postgres, HTMX, Alpine.js, and TailwindCSS is crucial. Additionally, experience with devops tools such as AWS, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and logging and monitoring tools will enhance your ability to contribute effectively to our projects.

At Compass Reg, you can expect a passionate and supportive team culture that fosters curiosity and innovation. As a small startup, we prioritize collaboration and shared learning, making it a great environment for personal and professional growth.

Compass Reg provides a competitive salary along with equity options, healthcare benefits, commuter benefits, access to a company-sponsored gym, and a 401k program. These benefits highlight our commitment to the well-being of our Software Engineers as they contribute to meaningful work in the agriculture sector.

In answering this question, highlight specific projects where you played a crucial role in both front-end and back-end development. Discuss the technologies you used, the challenges you faced, and how you resolved them, specifically mentioning your experience with Python and Django.

Explain your strategy for balancing immediate feature development with necessary maintenance tasks. Discuss how you assess the impact of technical debt and how you communicate with your team and stakeholders to align priorities effectively.

Discuss specific devops tools you are familiar with, such as AWS or Docker. Talk about how you’ve implemented CI/CD pipelines in past roles and how these practices contribute to a smoother development lifecycle.

Outline the context of the bug, the impact it had on your project, and the steps you took to troubleshoot and resolve it. This showcases your problem-solving skills and persistence as a Software Engineer.

Talk about the importance of user experience and design in building software that meets user needs. Give examples where your design input improved user engagement or clarified complex features.

Share how you keep abreast of industry trends, whether through following blogs, attending conferences, or participating in online communities. This demonstrates your commitment to continuous learning and innovation.

Outline each phase of the web development life cycle including requirements gathering, planning, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance. Provide examples from your own experience to illustrate your understanding.

Discuss best practices for maintaining code quality, such as code reviews, automated testing, and clear documentation. Emphasize how these steps benefit the team and the final product.

Explain your philosophy about teamwork, including how you facilitate communication and collaboration among team members. Use examples of past experiences to highlight your positive impact in team settings.

Reflect on your passion for technology and agriculture, as well as your enthusiasm for working in a startup environment. Sharing specific aspects of Compass Reg’s mission or culture that resonate with you can help demonstrate your alignment with the company’s values.