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Restaurants navigate these unprecedented times with technology, resources, and community. Our focus is on building the restaurant platform that helps restaurants adapt, take control, and get back to what they do best: building the businesses they love. And because our technology is purpose-built for restaurants, by restaurant people, restaurants can trust that we’ll deliver on their needs for today while investing in experiences that will power their restaurant of the future.
Toast is building out a New Ventures business unit with the goal of researching, developing, and scaling a new generation of products and business lines that can have a substantial impact on Toast’s long-term growth. As we get ready to make these new products available to all our customers we are looking to hire a Senior Software Engineer to super charge our team and help us scale our products.
About this roll* (Responsibilities)
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer proficient in Java/Kotlin with a strong background in building scalable and robust software and data products. The ideal candidate will have a passion for innovation, a deep understanding of software architecture and design principles, and desire to build & own products from scratch.
- Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions using Java/Kotlin, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
- Architect and implement scalable and efficient solutions to solve complex business problems, specifically in the Ads Tech space.
- Lead the development of new features and functionalities from concept to deployment, working closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and other engineers.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical leadership and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define project scope, and prioritize tasks to meet business objectives.
- Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and technical meetings to ensure the quality and reliability of the software.
Do you have the right ingredients*? (Requirements)
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Extensive professional experience (minimum 6 years) as a software engineer, with a focus on Java/Kotlin development.
- Proven track record of building and delivering complex software products from scratch, preferably in a startup or fast-paced environment.
- Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and data structures.
- Proficiency in modern software development tools and practices, including version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines, and agile methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a collaborative and dynamic team environment.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Special Sauce* (Nonessential Skills/Nice to Haves)
- Experience in an early stage technology startup
- Experience building products from scratch is a huge plus!
- Experience building 3rd party integrations
- Experience in Ads Tech (working with Google Ads APIs, Meta APIs and/or TikTok APIs) is highly desirable
- Experience in machine learning
Our Spread* of Total Rewards
We strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits programs that help to attract, retain, and motivate the best and brightest people in our industry. Our total rewards package goes beyond great earnings potential and provides the means to a healthy lifestyle with the flexibility to meet Toasters’ changing needs. Learn more about our benefits at https://careers.toasttab.com/toast-benefits.
The base salary range for this role is listed below. The starting salary will be determined based on skills and experience. In addition to base salary, our total rewards components include cash compensation (overtime, bonus/commissions, if eligible), benefits, and equity (if eligible).
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is Baked into our Recipe for Success
At Toast, our employees are our secret ingredient—when they thrive, we thrive. The restaurant industry is one of the most diverse, and we embrace that diversity with authenticity, inclusivity, respect, and humility. By embedding these principles into our culture and design, we create equitable opportunities for all and raise the bar in delivering exceptional experiences.
We Thrive Together
We embrace a hybrid work model that fosters in-person collaboration while valuing individual needs. Our goal is to build a strong culture of connection as we work together to empower the restaurant community. To learn more about how we work globally and regionally, check out: https://careers.toasttab.com/locations-toast.
Apply today!
Toast is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process. As part of this commitment, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to access the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].
