About Vector
Vector builds mobile and web technology that makes freight move faster. Our platform is used by warehouses, distribution centers, and carriers to streamline check-ins, appointments, dock scheduling, and driver workflows.
About the Role
In your role as a Senior Software Engineer you will work with others to design, develop, and implement any changes, bug fixes, and new features to our web application used by our customers such as FedEx, Home Depot, Coca Cola, Sprouts, Clorox, Kraft Heinz and many others.
You'll be working alongside team members in engineering, design and product to build and improve the features our customers rely on every day. Our web app is built with React and TypeScript.
What You’ll Do
Work on a lean, experienced engineering team and participate in all aspects of the development process
Actively participate in architecture discussions
Develop new features and modify existing features
Conduct code reviews and collaborate with other engineers
Continuously look for ways to improve our code base and evaluate new technologies
What We’re Looking For
Demonstrated professional engineering experience building complex, commercially shipped software products
Strong understanding, building and debugging of scalable, high performance web applications built with reusability and componentization in mind
Proficiency with Javascript frameworks such as React and Angular
Advanced level knowledge of TypeScript/JavaScript, CSS, and HTML5
Experience building front end components with React using modular architecture
Knowledge of state management frameworks, such as Redux or Flux
Strong critical reasoning and problem solving abilities
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related field preferred You should be able to demonstrate superior understanding of CS fundamentals
Benefits
Employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision, 401K, life & disability insurance
Flexible paid time off and observed federal holidays
Stock options
Parental leave of absence
Flat org structure, offering startup growth and learning paths
Salary Range
$180,000 - $200,000 USD
Individual pay depends on various factors, such as region, role level, relevant experience and skills. Pay ranges are reviewed and updated typically each year. Offers are made within the pay range applicable at the time.
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