Senior Software Engineer (Backend)
Rex is an ecosystem that incubates, launches and operates tech startups across a number of sectors at the intersection of technology and real estate: Services, FinTech, InsureTech, Data Services, and more. We are creating the Future of Real Estate by building and launching multiple tech companies committed to serving and empowering people everywhere.
We are launching synergistic tech startups that will scale via real estate into numerous industries creating a flywheel effect where each launch strengthens the value of the network, increases the talent density, accelerates cross-pollination of ideas, and creates mutually beneficial corporate and technical infrastructure.
Review our initiatives page for more details on the current companies and our culture page to understand who we are.
As the Senior Software Engineer (Backend), you will work closely with the product and design leaders to better understand how to leverage the knowledge gained through user research to build innovative solutions that provide value to those that have been traditionally underserved by technology.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the product and design leaders to better understand how to leverage the knowledge gained through user research to build innovative solutions that provide value to those that have been traditionally underserved by technology;
- Help own development efforts as a founding engineer on one of Rex’s launch stage companies both as an individual contributor and technical expert;
- Design, build, test, deploy, and maintain performant, highly-scalable backend systems for web and mobile applications;
- Implement software design standards and best practices;
- Collaborate with, and provide feedback to, teammates in design and product to ensure timely delivery of project objectives; and
- Execute with a high degree of individual ownership, but are also adept working as part of a team.
Experience/Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field and five (5) years of experience as a Software Developer.
- 5 years of experience in Software Engineer roles;
- 5 years of experience developing REST APIs using Node.js and Express.js;
- 5 years of experience developing Node applications using TypeScript;
- 5 years of experience building systems on cloud-based infrastructure platforms like AWS or GCP;
- 5 years of experience using modern build and deployment tools such as Docker and Kubernetes; and
- 5 years of experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
Before you apply, review these resources to better understand our culture and mission:
- Rex ecosystem initiatives
- Peter Rex writing in WSJ about moving Rex from Seattle to Austin
- Peter Rex on Fox Business
- Peter Rex on Bloomberg Radio
What we offer:
- Competitive salary and early-in equity awards
- Competitive and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Peace of mind through company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
- 401(K) with employer match
- Unlimited (discretionary) PTO in addition to Holidays and your birthday off
- Monthly gym membership stipend
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution
- Dependent Flexible Spending Account
- Mental health telecounseling options
- We are committed to serving others with a focus on faith, family, and freedom
- Ability to work onsite in person in Austin, Texas
From the top-down, we are committed to investing in the development of all team members in both a professional and personal setting. We host monthly company socials where employees and family members get together to build our community. Regular performance evaluations are intended to provide a feedback loop, providing opportunities for consistent growth on both ends.
