Senior Software Engineer II

As a Senior Software Engineer II at Dandy, you will take the lead in designing and developing key systems either for our Billing or Supply Chain teams. This role involves collaborating with product managers and UX designers to craft user-friendly and efficient solutions, ensuring high standards for quality in a fast-paced environment. You will also be responsible for writing maintainable and stylish code while advocating for improvements in product security and performance through collaboration.

To qualify for the Senior Software Engineer II position at Dandy, you should have at least 8 years of software engineering experience, especially in a high-growth setting. A strong foundation in programming languages, distributed systems, and experience in building large software systems that handle high-volume interactions is essential. Moreover, excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset are critical for articulating complex technical designs.

At Dandy, Senior Software Engineer IIs will work with a variety of contemporary technologies, including TypeScript, PostgreSQL, GraphQL, NodeJS, and React/Redux. Familiarity with cloud platforms like GCP and payment processing systems like Stripe is a bonus. You'll have the opportunity to dive deep into these technologies while tackling complex engineering challenges in the dental industry.

Yes, Dandy offers an extensive range of benefits for full-time employees in the Senior Software Engineer II role. Our benefits package includes healthcare, dental coverage, parental planning resources, mental health support, a robust 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off. We prioritize the well-being of our employees and strive to create a work environment that fosters inclusivity.

Dandy prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that encourages authenticity and teamwork. As a Senior Software Engineer II, you can expect to be part of an environment that honors collaboration, innovative thinking, and respect for all individuals. Dandy is committed to embracing challenges and creating an accessible workplace and, as such, actively promotes employee engagement and development.

When discussing your experience with large software systems, focus on specific projects where you've contributed significantly. Highlight any relevant technologies you've used, particularly those mentioned in the job description, such as TypeScript or PostgreSQL. Detail your role in problem-solving, architecture decisions, and how you've handled performance scaling, as this aligns directly with the expectations at Dandy.

To ensure code quality and maintainability, share your practices such as consistency in coding styles, adherence to best practices, and utilizing code reviews with teammates. Mention any tools or methodologies you follow, like TDD (Test-Driven Development) or pair programming, which not only enhance collaboration but also guarantee that your code meets both internal and user standards.

In answering this question, select a challenge that showcases your problem-solving abilities. Explain the situation, how you approached it, the actions you took, and what the outcome was. Be sure to connect the challenge to cross-functional teamwork, emphasizing how collaboration with product managers or UX designers helped find a solution, resonating with Dandy’s cooperative work environment.

If you have experience with billing and payment platforms, detail the specific systems you've worked with, such as Stripe or Plaid. Discuss challenges you've faced when integrating payments in large systems and how user experience played a role in your design decisions. This demonstrates not only your technical knowledge but also your consideration of user needs, critical for the billing team at Dandy.

Address your collaboration process by discussing the importance of communication in software development. Share how you gather requirements from product managers and how you incorporate feedback from UX designers to ensure the final product meets user expectations. Include examples where this collaboration resulted in improved system functionality or user experience.

When discussing your experience with PostgreSQL and GraphQL, detail projects where you've utilized these technologies. Describe your familiarity with designing and optimizing queries in PostgreSQL and how you've leveraged GraphQL’s flexibility for data fetching to enhance application performance. This showcases your specific technical skill set relevant to the Senior Software Engineer II role at Dandy.

Explain the importance of continuous learning in software engineering and share specific resources you use, such as online courses, tech blogs, or community forums. Mention any recent technologies or methodologies you’ve explored that pertain to the role at Dandy, demonstrating your commitment to personal and professional growth in the field.

When discussing tight deadlines, center your response around organization and prioritization. Provide examples where you successfully met project goals despite pressure, explaining your time management strategies and how you maintained quality in your code. This approach reflects your ability to thrive in Dandy’s fast-paced environment.

Share your systematic approach to debugging, describing how you use tools like logs, breakpoints, and unit tests. Emphasize the importance of analytical thinking and collaboration with teammates when tackling complex problems. Including specific examples of particularly challenging bugs you've resolved will showcase your technical prowess.

In answering why you want to work for Dandy, align your values with the company’s mission to innovate the dental industry through technology. Speak passionately about your interest in tackling the specific challenges presented within the Billing or Supply Chain Teams and how your skills can contribute to Dandy’s growth. This demonstrates both enthusiasm and cultural fit.