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Senior Software Engineer

🌎 About Us

At TeamSnap, we believe when the world connects through sports; the world becomes better. TeamSnap is a sports and communication platform dedicated to taking the work out of play in youth sports. We also believe our jobs should excite us, our teammates should support us and our bosses should inspire us. We empower our people to bring big ideas and tiny egos, landing us on Outside Magazine’s list of “Best Places to Work" and Built In’s “100 Best Remote-First Places to Work."


TeamSnap is seeking a Senior Software Engineer interested in working across the stack to join our fully distributed engineering team to help us continue our impressive growth from 2+ million daily active users to beyond! Our stack includes Node, Elixir, Ruby/Rails, Go and SQL along with Typescript, React. 


As an engineering team, we architect and build scalable systems using a service-oriented and event-driven architecture that serve millions of daily users and some of the largest youth and amateur sports organizations in the world. Our team values collaboration in a remote culture, so we regularly participate in pair sessions and virtual team swarms to stay connected and improve the team and company.



What You'll Do:
  • Develop engaging experiences for our millions of users across our mobile and web applications.
  • Design and implement scalable apps and services, integrating these into an evolving unified product and system architecture.
  • Brainstorm and evaluate new product features in collaboration with the product and UX team.
  • Collaborate and pair with other developers to develop solutions and teach technical skills.
  • Contribute to our development standards within the team and across engineering to ensure code quality, adherence to standards, and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Champion and implement automated testing practices to uphold the dependability and stability of backend systems, while also taking ownership of the overall reliability of the team's services.
  • Actively engage in on-call responsibilities and contribute to incident management efforts.
  • Evaluate and test new technologies to help TeamSnap move faster or serve our users more effectively.
  • Help teammates overcome obstacles, resolve blockers, and complete work tasks.


What Will Set You Up for Success:
  • 5+ years of relevant experience, leading large projects on high-scale, distributed software systems as a software engineer
  • Proficient in full stack development with Node, Ruby / Rails, Typescript / Javascript utilizing React or similar.
  • Experience with direct usage of SQL and relational databases such as MySQL / GCP Cloud SQL along with migrations, profiling, and optimization of such databases.
  • Hands-on experience developing APIs and services for mobile applications and web clients at scale.
  • Successfully delivered complex projects including debugging problems that may span a number of systems.
  • Experience working with and architecting APIs, event streams, webhooks, etc.
  • Experience working within and towards a distributed system.



Got cold feet? If you’re thinking you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, you should still seriously consider applying. We’re all humans with special talents that go beyond what’s listed here.


Compensation

We’re committed to equitable compensation for all TeamSnappers. The minimum starting point for this role is $165,750, inclusive of base and bonus, with comp updated based on multiple factors. Our comp is highly competitive in our space and we adjust overall comp based on relevant experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. 


🖥 Location

TeamSnap is a fully remote company, so you need to be very comfortable working with people who aren’t in the same time zone as you. We are always expanding, but there is a small list of states we do not hire in, including Alabama, Alaska, Delaware, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, Rhode Island, South Dakota and West Virginia and while we love all parts of the world, we can only hire permanent US residents at this time.


🚀 Opportunities to Grow

At TeamSnap, we work hard to provide a culture of trust, accountability, inclusivity, and boundless opportunities to grow, along with the chance to make a lasting impact and have some fun while doing it.


🎩 Total Rewards 

• We're proud to be remote-first. We've been remote since 2009, long before COVID made it cool

Unlimited PTO and paid parental leave for ALL parents (not just primary or secondary)

100% premium coverage of medical/dental/vision for you and your family

• 401K to help you invest for the future

$1,500 annual learning and development stipend 

Travel to fun locations for all-company meetings and team events

• Generous home office allowance to set you up for success

• TeamSnap SWAG to our store upon starting and a $50 credit on every work anniversary thereafter

• A monthly stipend reimbursement for health & wellness and so much more!

TeamSnap Total Rewards


🏆 Working at TeamSnap

At TeamSnap, you're not a culture fit, you're a culture add. Check out our Culture Playbook and learn how we succeed at being remote-first, what makes our company so unique, and how we're inspired by our people, our customers, and our values.


🧡 Inclusion and Diversity

Creativity and innovation can't thrive when we're cookie-cutter images of each other. We’re quickly growing more diverse, but there's always room for improvement. We are committed to inclusion and diversity at TeamSnap, and we hold ourselves accountable for building an environment where everyone feels valued. If you need any disability-related adaptation during the recruitment process, just let us know! We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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What You Should Know About Senior Software Engineer, TeamSnap

Join TeamSnap as a Senior Software Engineer and be part of a team that’s transforming youth sports communication! At TeamSnap, we believe in connecting through sports to create a better world, and we want you to help us with that mission. As a senior member of our fully remote engineering team, you'll work across the stack to create engaging experiences for over two million daily users. Your expertise in Node, Ruby/Rails, and Typescript/React will allow you to design scalable applications and contribute to our service-oriented architecture, making a direct impact on user satisfaction. You'll collaborate with product and UX teams to brainstorm innovative features while being an advocate for code quality and automated testing practices. Our culture emphasizes teamwork and support, so you’ll have opportunities to pair with other developers, mentoring them as you tackle challenges together. And don’t worry if you feel you don’t meet all qualifications; we value diverse experiences and invite you to apply if you’re passionate about this role. TeamSnap also supports a balanced work-life culture with unlimited PTO, 100% premium coverage for health insurance, and a generous learning development stipend. If you are excited about building solutions that enhance the world of sports, we’d love to hear from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Senior Software Engineer Role at TeamSnap
What are the responsibilities of a Senior Software Engineer at TeamSnap?

As a Senior Software Engineer at TeamSnap, your main responsibilities include developing scalable applications for our youth sports platform, collaborating on new product features with product and UX teams, ensuring code quality through automated testing, and mentoring fellow developers. You will also engage in incident management and contribute to evaluating new technologies that can enhance user experience.

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What qualifications do I need to apply for the Senior Software Engineer position at TeamSnap?

To be a successful candidate for the Senior Software Engineer role at TeamSnap, you should have at least 5 years of experience in software engineering, particularly in leading large-scale distributed software systems. Proficiency in full-stack development using Node, Ruby/Rails, and Typescript/React is essential, alongside experience with SQL and relational databases. Familiarity with APIs and real-time systems will also be beneficial.

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Is TeamSnap open to applicants who don’t meet all qualifications for the Senior Software Engineer role?

Yes! At TeamSnap, we recognize that not everyone will meet 100% of the listed qualifications for the Senior Software Engineer role, and we encourage those with diverse experiences or a different set of skills to apply. We believe in the unique talents each individual can bring to our team.

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What is the company culture like for Senior Software Engineers at TeamSnap?

TeamSnap promotes a remote culture that is collaborative and supportive, making it an ideal environment for Senior Software Engineers. We prioritize teamwork, have regular pair coding sessions, and engage in virtual team swarms to foster connection among remote employees. Additionally, we value inclusivity and diversity within our workforce.

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What compensation can I expect as a Senior Software Engineer at TeamSnap?

The minimum starting salary for Senior Software Engineers at TeamSnap is $165,750, which includes base and bonus. Compensation is competitive and can vary based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, and location, ensuring equitable pay for all TeamSnappers.

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Common Interview Questions for Senior Software Engineer
Can you describe your experience with full-stack development relevant to the Senior Software Engineer position?

In your answer, detail specific projects where you utilized technologies such as Node, Ruby, and React. Discuss challenges you faced, how you overcame them, and the impact your contributions had on the overall project. This shows your technical depth and problem-solving capabilities.

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What strategies do you use to ensure code quality in your projects?

Highlight your experience with automated testing and code reviews. Discuss how you implement continuous integration practices and any tools you use to maintain code quality, such as linters or testing frameworks. This conveys your commitment to delivering high-quality software.

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How do you approach collaborating with product and UX teams when developing new features?

Share your collaborative experiences, emphasizing communication and participation in brainstorming sessions. Mention how you integrate feedback from UX/UI design with technical limitations, and how it contributes to developing user-focused solutions.

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Describe a complex technical problem you solved in a past project.

Offer a detailed account of the problem—what it was, how you identified it, the steps you took to resolve it, and the outcome. This demonstrates your analytical thinking and ability to troubleshoot effectively.

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What is your experience with incident management and support work?

Explain your role in incident management, covering on-call responsibilities and how you contributed to resolving incidents. Discuss your approach to maintaining system reliability and learning from these experiences to prevent future issues.

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Can you provide examples of how you've mentored less experienced teammates?

Talk about specific situations where you guided junior developers, including pairing sessions or code reviews. Emphasize your commitment to knowledge sharing and fostering a supportive team environment.

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What technologies do you think are essential for the Senior Software Engineer role at TeamSnap?

Mention technologies such as Node, Ruby/Rails, SQL, and front-end frameworks. Discuss industry trends and how you stay updated on emerging technologies, showcasing your passion for the field.

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How do you prioritize tasks when working on multiple projects?

Illustrate your time management techniques, such as using task management tools or prioritizing tasks based on impact and urgency. Share a specific scenario where you effectively managed your workload.

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How would you handle a disagreement with a teammate about the best approach to a technical problem?

Describe your approach to conflict resolution, focusing on open communication and collaboration. Discuss seeking common ground and utilizing data-backed decisions to inform solutions.

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What excites you about working at TeamSnap as a Senior Software Engineer?

Discuss your enthusiasm for TeamSnap's mission of connecting communities through sports and the opportunity to work on impactful projects. Mention the remote culture and your eagerness to contribute to a diverse and inclusive team.

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At TeamSnap, we believe when the world connects through sports; the world becomes better. Founded in 2009, TeamSnap has changed the way people manage sports and group activities. Over 24 million coaches, administrators, players, and parents rely...

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