Staff Software Engineer
Staff · Full Time
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Role
What you'll do.
PermitFlow is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in developing an AI-powered construction management platform that revolutionizes permit and project compliance processes. The ideal candidate will bring extensive full-stack development expertise, a passion for solving complex industry challenges, and the ability to drive technical innovation in the construction technology sector.
Responsibilities
- Full Stack Development: Architect, design, and implement robust and scalable full-stack solutions that address complex construction technology challenges, translating business requirements into innovative technical implementations.
- Front End Engineering: Develop responsive and intuitive user interfaces using React and TypeScript, ensuring seamless user experiences across multiple devices and platforms in the construction management ecosystem.
- Back End Development: Build and optimize server-side components using Node.js, with a focus on designing efficient data storage and retrieval solutions using PostgreSQL databases.
- System Architecture: Contribute to the overall architecture of the construction management platform, making strategic technology decisions that enhance scalability, performance, and system integrations.
- Technical Leadership: Conduct comprehensive code reviews, enforce engineering best practices, and mentor junior developers to elevate the team's technical capabilities and foster professional growth.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives, participating fully in agile development processes.
Qualifications
What we look for.
Technical
Full Stack Development
Proven expertise in full-stack development, with a strong preference for startup experience and ability to work across multiple technology domains.
Technology Stack Proficiency
Deep understanding and extensive experience with React, TypeScript, Node.js, and PostgreSQL.
Education
Educational Background
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field preferred, with equivalent professional experience.
Experience
Project Ownership
Demonstrated track record of autonomously leading technically complex, cross-functional projects from conception to execution.
Strategic Technical Decision Making
Ability to identify valuable technical initiatives, articulate clear implementation strategies, and execute them independently.
Skills
Required
React
Advanced proficiency in developing responsive web applications
TypeScript
Strong typing and object-oriented programming skills
Node.js
Server-side JavaScript development expertise
PostgreSQL
Complex database design and query optimization
Preferred
AI Technologies
Nice to haveUnderstanding of AI integration in software platforms
Construction Tech Knowledge
Nice to haveFamiliarity with construction industry technology challenges
Tech stack
Languages
Frameworks
Databases
Tools
Other
Compensation
Pay and benefits.
Base·USD 200,000 – 275,000
Benefits
Competitive Compensation
Salary range of $200K-$275K with meaningful equity in a high-growth startup
Healthcare Coverage
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Time Off
Flexible PTO policy and paid family leave
Professional Development
Home office and equipment stipend, opportunities for continuous learning
Hybrid Work Environment
3 days per week in NYC office with direct leadership access
Process
Interview steps.
- 01
Initial Screening
Preliminary phone or video call with recruiting team to discuss background and experience
- 02
Technical Interview
Detailed technical assessment focusing on full-stack development skills and problem-solving abilities
- 03
System Design Interview
In-depth discussion of architectural approaches and scalable system design
- 04
Team Fit Interview
Meeting with potential team members to assess cultural and collaborative fit
- 05
Final Leadership Interview
Conversation with senior technical leadership to discuss long-term vision and potential impact
Full posting
Original listing.
PermitFlow is redefining how America builds. We’re an applied AI company serving the nation’s builders, tackling one of the largest information challenges in the economy: understanding what can be built, where, and how. Our AI agent workforce helps the fastest-growing construction companies navigate everything from permitting and licensing to inspections and project closeouts – accelerating housing, clean-energy, and infrastructure development across the country.
Despite being a $1.6T industry, construction still suffers from massive delays, wasted capital, and lost opportunity. PermitFlow has already delivered unprecedented speed, accuracy, and visibility to over $20B in development, helping contractors reduce compliance time, de-risk projects, and scale with confidence.
As the U.S. enters a new capex supercycle across data centers, factories, housing, and renewables, joining PermitFlow means building the AI infrastructure at the core of every construction project driving the next wave of reindustrialization.
We’ve raised over $90M, most recently completing our Series B, from top-tier investors including Accel, Kleiner Perkins, Initialized, Y Combinator, Felicis, and Altos Ventures, with backing from leaders at OpenAI, Google, Procore, ServiceTitan, Zillow, PlanGrid, and Uber.
Our HQ is in New York City with a hybrid schedule (3 in-office days per week). We prefer NYC-based candidates or those open to relocation.
What You’ll Do
Full Stack Development: Architect, design, and implement robust and scalable full-stack solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, understand user needs, and translate them into technical solutions
Front End Development: Develop responsive and intuitive user interfaces using React and Typescript. Ensure a seamless and visually appealing user experience across various devices and platforms
Back End Development: Build and optimize server-side components using Node.js. Work with databases, particularly Postgres, to design and implement efficient data storage and retrieval solutions
System Architecture: Contribute to the overall architecture and design of the construction management platform. Make high-level decisions regarding technology choices, scalability, and system integrations
Leadership and Mentorship: Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and contribute to the professional growth of the development team
Collaboration: Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment between technical solutions and business objectives. Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
Continuous Learning: Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in full-stack development. Evaluate and recommend new tools and frameworks to enhance the platform's capabilities
What We're Looking For
Extensive experience in professional fullstack development, ideally most of which you’ve spent in startups
Extensive experience working within our tech stack, which is listed above
You sweat the important details and strive for excellence in your work
Experience owning technically challenging and demanding cross-functional projects
A record of identifying valuable projects, communicating the strategy for them, and executing on them autonomously
A customer-first mindset and an interest in talking with customers to make sure what we’re building is a polished product meets their needs
Habit of introspection and understanding what’s helped you be successful in the past
What We Offer
Competitive salary and meaningful equity in a high-growth company
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible PTO and paid family leave
Home office & equipment stipend
Hybrid NYC office culture (3 days in-office/week) with direct access to leadership
In-Office Lunch & Dinner Provided
PermitFlow provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or family status, as protected by applicable law.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
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