[Remote] Staff Backend Engineer at Roofr

Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

CRM, Sales Tools, Business Management SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess over 8 years of software development experience, with a strong proficiency in PHP and the Laravel framework. Demonstrated leadership in adopting agile methodologies, expertise in deconstructing complex problems, and a proactive approach to advocating for engineering technology enhancements are required. Excellent communication skills and an in-depth understanding of early-stage company challenges are also essential. Advanced skills in DevOps or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are a plus.

Responsibilities

The Staff Backend Engineer will lead the evolution of backend architecture, acting as a hands-on contributor to enhance system scalability and efficiency. They will influence engineering culture by promoting innovation and high standards, mentor senior engineers, and collaborate across disciplines to refine technical requirements. Responsibilities include designing and implementing robust web applications, developing frameworks, championing testing suites, and leading troubleshooting and optimization efforts for production applications.

Skills

PHP

Laravel

Backend Architecture

Scalability

Efficiency

Agile Methodologies

Web Applications

Frameworks

Libraries

Unit Testing

Functional Testing

Acceptance Testing

Troubleshooting

Support Strategies

Leadership

Roofr

Sales platform for roofing contractors

About Roofr

Roofr provides a sales platform designed specifically for roofing contractors, helping them improve their sales processes and streamline operations. The platform offers several key products, including roof measurement reports that deliver accurate data within 24 hours, estimation tools that allow users to create quotes quickly, and professional proposal generation that enables roofers to share visually appealing proposals with clients easily. Roofr also includes a roofing calculator for lead generation and offers a variety of resources such as blogs and tutorials to support its users. Unlike competitors, Roofr focuses exclusively on the roofing industry, providing tailored solutions that save time and enhance professionalism. The company's goal is to simplify the sales process for roofers, making it faster and more efficient.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$42.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Remote first with support for autonomous work

1 Friday off per month

Company wide paid shutdown between Christmas and New Years

Flexible and unlimited time off

12 annual holidays

Learning & development opportunities

Monthly co-working space reimbursement

Home office setup & reimbursement

2 retreats per year and great team building activities

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like HOVER and EagleView offering similar services.

Over-reliance on satellite imagery may lead to inaccuracies in cloudy regions.

Rapid expansion may challenge service quality and customer support.

Differentiation

Roofr uses satellite imagery for instant roofing estimates, enhancing speed and accuracy.

Roofr's platform offers professional proposals with client signature capture, streamlining approvals.

Roofr provides a comprehensive sales platform tailored specifically for roofing contractors.

Upsides

Roofr raised $23.5M in Series A+ funding, boosting growth and development.

Partnership with CertainTeed enhances Roofr's market reach and contractor support.

Integration with CompanyCam improves project management and digital sales solutions.

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