Sr. Backend Software Engineer, Coaching at Highspot

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Sales Enablement, SaaS, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
5 years of experience in back-end software development building and maintaining large-scale web applications serving users globally, ideally leveraging Ruby and Python
3 years of experience architecting, building, and deploying mid-to-large size web applications
Deep expertise in core web technologies and the broader web platform, including performance, security, and accessibility
Proven ability to deconstruct complex problems and drive solutions that balance customer needs with technical constraints
Strong communication skills with a track record of influencing key technology decisions across a large organization
Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, product managers, and other developers, to develop and deliver high-quality applications
An entrepreneurial spirit: agile, creative, resourceful, and tenacious as you solve problems and achieve team and company goals

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and user-centric web applications using modern back-end technologies
Recommend and drive backend infrastructure improvements
Partner effectively with Product Management and UX design teams to translate ideas, specifications, and comps into fully functional, accessible, and high-quality user experiences
Architect and build the back-end infrastructure for our products, ensuring a seamless, responsive, and intuitive user experience
Mentor and guide team members through constructive code reviews and by championing software development best practices
Take on the role of a technology leader, guiding our most challenging cross-functional projects to success
Resolve major customer technical issues in production, and contribute to comprehensive documentation

Skills

Backend Development

API Endpoints

Scalable Web Applications

Backend Infrastructure

System Architecture

Mentoring

Product Collaboration

UX Integration

Highspot

AI-powered sales enablement platform

About Highspot

Highspot provides a sales enablement platform that helps sales teams improve their productivity and efficiency. Its main product, Highspot Copilot, is an AI-powered digital assistant that delivers the right content to sales representatives at the right time, enhancing their ability to engage and convert potential buyers. The platform supports sales teams by managing sales content, preparing reps for different selling scenarios, and facilitating personalized interactions through digital sales rooms. Highspot also includes features for onboarding and training sales reps, ensuring they are well-prepared for real-world situations. Unlike many competitors, Highspot focuses on driving measurable outcomes such as increased win rates and reduced ramp time for sales reps. The goal of Highspot is to empower sales teams to close deals more effectively and generate higher revenue.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters

2012Year Founded

$625.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_FCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, & life benefits

Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Matching employer contributions (DPSP) with immediate vesting

3 Weeks of Paid Vacation

Generous Holiday Schedule

Quarterly Recharge Fridays

Flexible work schedules

Professional development opportunities

Discounted ClassPass membership

Access to coaches & therapists

2 Volunteer days per year

Risks

Highspot faces competition from larger rivals like Salesforce and Oracle.

Recent layoffs may impact Highspot's operational efficiency and innovation.

Reliance on AI technologies exposes Highspot to data privacy and ethics concerns.

Differentiation

Highspot offers a unified sales enablement platform with AI-driven features.

The platform integrates content management, training, and engagement intelligence for sales teams.

Highspot Copilot enhances sales productivity with AI-powered digital assistance.

Upsides

Highspot is recognized as a leader in the Forrester Wave report Q3 2024.

The partnership with Krisp enhances voice productivity in remote sales environments.

Highspot's Meeting Intelligence improves real-world coaching for better sales outcomes.

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