Staff Engineer – Product

Later

Staff Engineer at Later leading large-scale technical initiatives and mentoring engineers in fast-paced environments. Focused on building scalable, secure applications that serve millions of users.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $175,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in software development with a strong focus on frontend technologies like React and TypeScript, as well as backend proficiency in Node.js. Capable of leading technical initiatives, optimizing system performance, and advocating for security best practices while mentoring engineering teams.

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React ExpertiseTypeScript ProficiencyNode.js Backend DevelopmentAPI Integration ExperienceCI/CD Pipeline Management

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentSystem DesignPerformance OptimizationApplication Security Best PracticesAutomated Testing FrameworksSQL Database ManagementNoSQL Database ManagementAPI ManagementCloud Infrastructure FamiliarityDocker

Soft Skills

Technical MentorshipCross-Functional CollaborationClear Communication

Tools & Technologies

GitCI/CD ToolsDockerKubernetesYAML ConfigurationAWS

Industry Keywords

Technical InitiativesClean ArchitectureContinuous ImprovementEmerging TechnologiesAI/ML Applications

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDockerDynamoDBJavaScriptKotlinKubernetesMySQLNode.jsNoSQLReactSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Scope, plan, and lead large-scale technical initiatives, ensuring alignment with business priorities and product roadmaps.
Anticipate risks, identify opportunities for innovation, and guide technical decision-making to deliver long-term impact.
Design, build, and optimize scalable systems across the stack, from frontend (React, TypeScript) to backend (Node.js).
Deliver production-grade features end-to-end, while maintaining performance, security, and reliability at scale.
Improve and maintain codebases, ensuring clean architecture, best practices in testing and deployment, and strong CI/CD pipelines.
Debug and resolve complex issues across systems and services, serving as the go-to expert when problems arise.
Implement and advocate for strong application and infrastructure security practices.
Partner cross-functionally with Product, Design, and other Engineering teams to clarify requirements, resolve ambiguities, and deliver solutions that delight users.
Communicate technical and non-technical ideas clearly, ensuring stakeholders and teammates feel informed and engaged.
Act as a technical mentor, coaching junior and mid-level engineers while fostering a culture of collaboration and learning.
Stay current on emerging tools, frameworks, and methods that can drive performance, security, and scalability.
Experiment with new technologies—including AI/ML applications—and share learnings to elevate team performance.
Promote continuous improvement, introducing practices that improve speed, quality, and developer experience.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8–15 years of professional experience in software development
Strong frontend expertise in React and TypeScript
Backend proficiency in Node.js (Kotlin experience a plus)
Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (MySQL, DynamoDB)
Deep experience with API integration and third-party API management.
Familiarity with AWS or equivalent cloud infrastructure.
Proven ability in system design, architecture, and performance optimization.
In-depth knowledge of application and infrastructure security best practices.
Hands-on experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker (Kubernetes a plus), and YAML configuration.
Knowledge of automated testing frameworks and QA best practices.
Experience mentoring and coaching engineers, influencing without authority.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities