Senior Software Engineer at Caddi

Seattle, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

SaaS, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

7+ years of backend engineering experience, ideally with significant experience in Golang (primary) and Python
Thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment; doesn’t wait for perfect specs, asks questions, proposes solutions, and pushes things forward
Proven track record of ownership: led complex projects from start to finish and knows how to turn business goals into technical outcomes
Strong communication and collaboration skills; makes work visible, gives early signals, and helps others unblock
Proven track record delivering large-scale APIs, microservices, or event-driven systems in a B2B SaaS or similar environment
Strong infrastructure-as-code skills (Terraform, AWS/ECS) and familiarity with modern CI/CD pipelines
Experience shaping technical roadmaps, driving architectural decisions, and proactively solving complex problems in ambiguous contexts
Experience with AI systems, distributed computing, and event-driven architectures (Temporal experience is a plus)

Responsibilities

Drive end-to-end backend service design and development using Golang (primary) and Python, ensuring high scalability and reliability
Architect and evolve APIs, integrations, and automation workflow logic—balancing rapid iteration with robust, maintainable systems
Own infrastructure components with Terraform on AWS/ECS, leading decisions about performance, scalability, and security
Partner with leadership to define technical strategy and lead the development of AI-driven product features, event-driven systems, and distributed architectures
Guide core backend architecture, APIs, and integrations, collaborating closely with the CTO, founding engineers, product design, and CEO

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GolangPythonTerraformAWSECSAPIsMicroservicesCI/CDTemporalEvent-driven systemsDistributed architectures

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this Senior Software Engineer position?

The salary range is $140,000 – $180,000 per year, depending on experience and location.

Is this role remote or hybrid, and what's the location policy?

The role is hybrid, with the option to work fully remotely or use the great office in Seattle if you prefer in-person experience.

What are the key skills required for this Senior Backend Engineer role?

The position requires 7+ years of backend engineering experience with Golang (primary) and Python, strong infrastructure-as-code skills (Terraform, AWS/ECS), and experience with large-scale APIs, microservices, event-driven systems, AI systems, and distributed architectures.

What benefits does Caddi offer?

Benefits include comprehensive healthcare with medical (platinum PPO), dental, and vision coverage (100% paid for employees + subsidized dependents), plus high impact work in a flexible remote/hybrid environment.

What kind of experience makes a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates have a proven track record of ownership leading complex projects from start to finish, thriving in fast-paced ambiguous startup environments, strong communication skills, and experience shaping technical roadmaps and driving architectural decisions.

Caddi

Cloud software for managing 2D diagrams

About Caddi

Caddi provides cloud-based software solutions that focus on the auto-recognition and management of 2D diagrams. This technology helps users in the manufacturing sector by converting data into actionable insights, which can enhance decision-making and improve operational efficiency. Caddi's software is available through a subscription model, allowing clients to access the platform and potentially add on extra features as needed. What sets Caddi apart from its competitors is its specific focus on the manufacturing industry, which has not seen much innovation recently. The company's goal is to address inefficiencies in manufacturing processes and leverage data to boost productivity across the sector.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$158.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

201-500Employees