Senior Software Engineer, Partner Platform

As a Senior Software Engineer at Parafin, your main responsibilities will include owning significant parts of our partner platform infrastructure, driving product initiatives for the partner-facing dashboard, and collaborating with various stakeholders across the company to streamline internal tooling and enhance system reliability.

To apply for the Senior Software Engineer position at Parafin, candidates should have at least 4 years of experience in a full-stack engineering role. A strong grasp of engineering fundamentals and a passion for building high-quality software are also essential.

At Parafin, the work environment for a Senior Software Engineer is fast-paced and collaborative. You'll be joining a small team of innovative minds who prioritize open communication, creativity, and mutual support to create impactful solutions for small businesses.

Parafin offers numerous opportunities for career growth for Senior Software Engineers, including hands-on project ownership, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and involvement in significant product initiatives. This empowers engineers to expand their skills and drive impact within the organization.

At Parafin, the culture is one of inclusivity, innovation, and passion for helping small businesses succeed. The team values collaboration across departments, flexibility in work arrangements, and a commitment to building high-quality products in a supportive atmosphere.

In your response, focus on a specific project that demonstrates your technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and how you overcame challenges. Highlight your role, the technologies used, and the impact it had on the team or organization.

Explain your approach to prioritization, emphasizing methods like Agile principles or task management frameworks. Discuss your ability to assess deadlines, resource availability, and team dependencies to make informed decisions.

Share the technologies you’re proficient in, particularly those relevant to the job description at Parafin. Be specific about your experience with programming languages, frameworks, and tools that are critical for full-stack development.

Discuss the practices you employ to maintain code quality, such as code reviews, writing unit tests, and adhering to best coding standards. Emphasize the importance of collaboration with teammates to uphold the quality of the software.

Describe your strategies for continuous learning, whether through online courses, attending tech conferences, or engaging in professional communities. Show your enthusiasm for staying informed to bring fresh ideas to your role at Parafin.

Illustrate your experience with API development by referencing specific projects you’ve worked on. Focus on your understanding of RESTful APIs, your role in their design, implementation, and any relevant tools you used for API testing.

Discuss your conflict-resolution strategies, emphasizing open communication, active listening, and finding common ground. Share an example where you successfully navigated a team conflict in the past.

Share your alignment with Parafin’s mission to support small businesses, your passion for innovative technology, and how the company's values resonate with your professional goals. Make it personal and relevant.

Provide examples of how you’ve collaborated with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders. Highlight your communication skills, flexibility, and the importance of understanding different perspectives for successful project outcomes.

Outline the steps you take for debugging code, from identifying the issue to implementing a solution. Emphasize your analytical skills and any tools you find useful for tracking down bugs and ensuring system stability.