Staff Software Engineer (Full Stack TypeScript / Nextjs)

About SimpleConsignSimpleConsign builds software that powers resale businesseshelping them manage inventory, sales, payouts, and operations with confidence. Our platform supports real-world retail workflows where accuracy, performance, and reliability matter.Were a product-driven company with a small, highly capable engineering team. This role is for someone who enjoys both hands-on development and technical leadership, and who wants to meaningfully shape the evolution of our platform.About the RoleWe are looking for a Staff Software Engineer who will play a key role in the technical direction and long-term health of the SimpleConsign platform. This is a senior, hands-on role with broad impact across the codebase and engineering team.You will work primarily in TypeScript and Next.js, contributing across frontend and backend systems, while helping guide architectural decisions, improving engineering practices, and mentoring other engineers. Experience with Java is a plus, particularly for backend or legacy system work.ResponsibilitiesTechnical LeadershipServe as a technical leader across the SimpleConsign platform, influencing architecture and design decisionsHelp define and evolve engineering standards for code quality, testing, performance, and reliabilityIdentify technical risks and proactively drive solutions that scale with the businessBalance near-term product delivery with long-term maintainabilityHands-On DevelopmentDesign, build, and maintain full-stack features using TypeScript and Next.jsContribute to backend services, APIs, and data models that support complex resale workflowsWrite high-quality, production-ready code and provide thoughtful, constructive code reviewsImprove system performance, observability, and developer experienceProduct & Team CollaborationPartner closely with product, support, and operations to deeply understand customer needsTranslate business problems into practical, scalable technical solutionsMentor engineers through design discussions, reviews, and day-to-day collaborationRaise the overall technical maturity of the team through example and guidanceArchitecture & Platform EvolutionContribute to the long-term architectural vision of the SimpleConsign platformLead or guide refactors, migrations, and modernization efforts as the product growsLook for opportunities to simplify systems and reduce operational overheadRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.8+ years of professional software engineering experience (or equivalent impact)Strong expertise in TypeScript and modern JavaScript ecosystemsSolid understanding of backend development, APIs, and data persistenceProven ability to influence technical decisions beyond your own tasksStrong communication skills and a collaborative mindsetPreferred QualificationsExperience with JavaFamiliarity with AWSProduction experience with Next.js and full-stack web applicationsFamiliarity with SaaS platforms, transactional systems, or data-heavy applicationsExperience improving or operating production systems used by real customersBackground in retail, resale, or inventory-driven systems is a plusWhy Work at SimpleConsignReal-world impact: Your work directly supports resale businesses that rely on accuracy, trust, and operational efficiency every dayMeaningful technical ownership: Youll help shape the architecture and technical direction of a mature, revenue-generating SaaS platformSmall, capable team: Work alongside experienced engineers where your decisions and contributions have visible impactBalanced engineering culture: We value pragmatic solutions, clean code, and sustainable systems over unnecessary complexityBest in class benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, etcRoom to lead and build: This role offers both hands-on development and the opportunity to influence how we build software as the company growsWhat Success Looks Like at SimpleConsignThe platform becomes easier to extend, operate, and maintain as it growsEngineers ship features with confidence due to strong architecture and standardsTechnical decisions are well-reasoned, documented, and aligned with business goalsYou are viewed as a trusted technical leader by engineering, product, and leadership
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