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Circle · 2 months ago

Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer, Design Systems

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$130K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Circle is building the world’s leading all-in-one platform for online communities, and they are seeking a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer to join their Design Systems team. In this role, you'll build and maintain internal applications and automation tools that streamline operations and improve team efficiency across the full stack.

AppsCommunitiesContentContent Creators

Responsibilities

Build full-stack internal applications using modern web technologies (Next.js, React, Node.js, databases)

Create tools that integrate multiple services and APIs (Slack, Notion, Figma, etc.) to streamline workflows

Design and implement databases and APIs to support internal tooling needs

Work with LLMs and AI APIs to automate classification, analysis, and reporting tasks

Develop dashboards and interfaces that provide visibility into design team operations

Identify workflow inefficiencies and build custom solutions to address them

Integrate with our Ruby on Rails backend and existing systems where needed

Work closely with design leadership to understand operational needs and iterate on solutions

Deploy and maintain internal tools, ensuring reliability and usability

Improve the quality of our internal tooling codebase and establish best practices

Qualification

Full-Stack EngineeringJavaScript/TypeScriptReactNext.jsAPI DesignDatabase ManagementWorkflow AutomationThird-party API IntegrationAgile PrinciplesEnglish ProficiencyTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Required

Proficiency in English at CEFR C2 / ILR Level 5 (spoken, written, reading)

Strong alignment with Circle's values

5+ years of experience as a Full-Stack Engineer building web applications

Strong proficiency in modern JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and Next.js (or similar frameworks)

Experience with backend development: API design, databases (SQL/NoSQL), server-side logic

Comfortable working with third-party APIs and integrating multiple services

Experience building internal tools, admin dashboards, or workflow automation systems

Strong judgment about when to build custom solutions vs. use existing tools

Pragmatic approach to technical decisions - balancing speed with quality for internal tooling

A desire to work in an environment which values speed of iteration and individual autonomy, while also embracing personal accountability and the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a dynamic team

Motivation to understand team workflows, identify pain points, and deliver practical solutions

Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with a certain level of ambiguity

Adaptable with the ability to change direction quickly if necessary

Familiar with agile software development principles

Experience working on a fully distributed remote team

Preferred

Experience with AI/LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.) for automation and classification

Previous experience building tools for design teams or creative workflows

Experience with workflow automation platforms (Zapier, Make, n8n)

Experience integrating with design tools (Figma API, etc.)

Experience working with a Ruby on Rails backend

Background in design operations, product operations, or similar operational roles

Experience at a fast-growing start-up

A track record of identifying process improvements and building tools to address them

Experience with data visualization and analytics dashboards

Benefits

Fully remote: work from anywhere in the world!

Autonomy and trust to do your job: we care about outcomes over everything else.

Paid time away: all employees are given 35 days of PTO annually. We also offer a paid sabbatical after 5 years.

Generous U.S. benchmarked compensation and startup equity no matter where you are in the world.

Awesome medical coverage with 100% coverage for you and your family, or medical reimbursement options where applicable!

Parental leave for parents expanding their family, or just starting one.

Home office stipend to help you get up and running.

Learning & development stipend to help you level up your professional skills.

Annual bonus potential for roles that don't already receive variable income or commission.

Company retreats: Twice a year, the Circle team gets together for a fully paid company retreat in incredible places around the world! We’ve had past retreats in Colombia, Portugal, and Mexico, with more planned on the horizon.