Compass

Senior Software Engineer I - Front End

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7 hours ago
Boston, MA, USA +2 moreSenior
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Base Salary

$150k - $166k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Architect, build, and maintain high-performance distributed, event-driven services, cloud infrastructure, and modern frontend interfaces.
  • Define, decompose, and lead delivery of complex technical projects and subsystems across the stack.
  • Integrate AI models, data pipelines, and telemetry systems to automate workflows.
  • Write automated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests and participate in rigorous code and design reviews.
  • Own services and applications across their lifecycle and produce architecture diagrams, runbooks, technical documentation, and specifications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, resolve systemic bottlenecks, and mentor peers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • At least 5 years of experience developing comprehensive, well-tested, high-performance applications with TypeScript, JavaScript, and HTML/CSS.
  • At least 5 years of experience with React and Node.js.
  • At least 3 years of experience using AWS or other cloud technologies.
  • Track record of technical leadership with cross-team impact.
  • Understanding of software development and architecture best practices and evolving AI technologies.
  • Strong design sensibility, attention to detail, critical thinking, communication, and commitment to operational excellence.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
  • Preferred experience with backend programming in Java, Golang, or Python.
  • Preferred familiarity with Kafka, event-driven systems, gRPC, Thrift, and other server-to-server communication protocols.

Benefits

  • Annual base pay range of $149,580-$166,200, with possible bonuses and restricted stock units excluded from the stated base range.
  • Paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, and recharge leave.
  • Medical, tele-health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • 401(k), flexible spending accounts, and a commuter program.
  • Maven, Carrot, UrbanSitter, Employee Assistance Program, and pet insurance benefits.
  • Participation in incentive programs and access to professional growth opportunities.
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About Compass

10,000+ employees

Compass is a residential real estate brokerage and technology company that builds an end-to-end platform for agents and their clients. It earns primarily from brokerage commissions while providing CRM, marketing, listings, and transaction tools to help agents serve home buyers and sellers. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, Compass operates across major U.S. markets and is publicly traded on the NYSE.

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