Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes attract and retain talent and build a strong workplace culture While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce Paylocity acquired Airbase Airbase Inc a modern finance and spend management software solution that combines bill pay accounts payable automation expense management corporate cards and procurement capabilities The acquisition of Airbase represents an expansion of Paylocity s suite and is expected to deliver incremental integrated value to HR and finance leaders in managing all of their spend on a single platform - expanding the Paylocity total addressable market beyond HCM and further into the Office of the CFO We give our employees what they need to succeed including great benefits and perks We offer various benefits as well as perks that support you your family and your finances And if it s career development you desire we provide that too At Airbase by Paylocity people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business Help Airbase by Paylocity enhance communication and enable employees to connect collaborate and create from anywhere with a position in Product Technology Want to develop the strategies and principles needed to deliver compelling software Join our team and help us enhance our all-in-one software platform elevate our one-of-a-kind technology and improve the employee experience Take your career to the next level at one of G2 s Top 100 Software Companies Explore our Product Technology positions to see where you fit Position Overview The Staff Software Engineer drives technical excellence and innovation across our organization This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership focusing on architecting scalable solutions while fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration Primary Responsibilities The below represents the primary duties of the position others may be assigned as needed To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and or ability required Core Responsibilities Design and implement modular well-architected systems that scale efficiently Drive technical strategy and best practices across teams and departments Architect solutions that consider both immediate needs and long-term implications Identify and champion high-impact technical initiatives that drive business value Own and deliver large-scale project features with high reliability and performance Delegate effectively to accelerate project timelines and develop team capabilities Prioritize and manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks and issues Set and maintain high standards for code quality performance and observability Lead code reviews and technical design discussions with constructive feedback Identify and resolve quality issues in team members code Advocate for automation and process improvements Growth Development Mentor and coach team members at all experience levels Drive continuous team improvement through knowledge sharing and best practices Build strong relationships with engineers across teams and departments Foster an inclusive culture that encourages open discussion and collaboration Gain alignment on technical strategy across teams and departments Drive technical decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term goals Build consensus through clear technical communication Resolve conflicts constructively while maintaining positive team dynamics Education and Experience Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or related field Minimum 8 years of frontend engineering experience Proven track record of leading significant technical initiatives Technical Skills Deep understanding of distributed systems and scalability patterns Strong background in software architecture and system design Experience with performance optimization and observability Expertise in multiple programming languages and technologies Strong fundamentals web protocols browser architecture and APIs frontend frameworks performance optimization An eye for detail and aesthetics familiarity with design tools Robust understanding of software development fundamentals Experience with agile development methodologies Physical requirements Ability to sit for extended periods The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods typically 7-8 hours a day Use of computer and phone systems The employee must be able to operate a computer use phone systems and type This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously Airbase by Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer We are committed to the full inclusion of all individuals We recruit train compensate and promote regardless of race religion color national origin sex disability age veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law At Airbase by Paylocity we believe diversity makes us better We embrace and encourage our employees differences in age culture ethnicity family or marital status gender identity or expression language national origin physical and mental ability political affiliation race religion or spiritual belief sexual orientation socio-economic status veteran status or any other status protected by state or local law for an individual who falls within the jurisdiction of such law We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups ERGs employee experiences perspectives talents and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers Applicants who require an accommodation throughout the application and interview process should request this in advance by contacting accessibility paylocity com LI-Remote