Staff Software Engineer - Remote USA (*eligible states)

About The RoleThe RealReal is looking for a highly experienced and self-motivated Staff Software Engineer (Full Stack) to join our Growth team.
Working closely with Product partners and Engineering management, you will build technical solutions enhancing The RealReal’s on-platform experiences, helping the business acquire and activate high value customers. You will also work closely with Marketing and other business stakeholders to help build seamless and engaging customer journeys that optimize our marketing effectiveness. We are especially excited about you if you are enthusiastic about working in the luxury retail/e-commerce space or if you are passionate about our mission of sustainability in creating a circular economy for high-end goods.
As a pivotal contributor, you'll be tasked with driving our software solutions' design, development, and implementation. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment, is passionate about building scalable and high-performance systems, and is eager to tackle complex challenges.
In this position, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our technology stack, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring the delivery of robust, secure, and innovative products. Your contributions will directly impact the growth and success of our company as you work closely with cross-functional teams to align technology development with strategic business goals.
This role reports to the Engineering Manager of Growth and will be fully remote.

What You Get To Do Every Day

• Design and Develop: Lead the architecture and development of software solutions, making strategic decisions that influence our technical direction.

• Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with cross-functional teams to align technology development with business objectives, effectively communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Code Review and Quality Assurance: Perform rigorous code reviews and advocate for best coding practices to ensure our products are efficient and maintainable.

• Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and contributing to a culture of excellence.

• Stay Ahead of the Curve: Research emerging technologies and trends in software engineering, identifying opportunities to enhance our projects and processes.

• Problem-Solving: Address complex technical challenges with innovative solutions, anticipating potential issues to ensure smooth project execution.

What You Bring To The Role

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 7 years of software development experience

• Proven experience with the development, scaling, and maintenance of distributed systems

• Solid understanding of software engineering principles, architectural design, and agile development methodologies

• Excellent analytical abilities and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to work independently on complex issues

• Effective communication skills, capable of conveying complex ideas clearly and concisely

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• 7+ years of software development experience with a track record of successfully shipping consumer or business facing products

• Strong background in Ruby on Rails or Elixir

• Experience developing and implementing marketing technology (MarTech), in close collaboration with Product and Marketing teams

• Experience working with Data Engineering and Machine Learning teams

• Experience leading projects and mentoring junior engineers.

• Familiarity with AWS 

• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong GitHub portfolio.

Compensation, Benefits, + Perks

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• 401K with Company Match

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• 9 Paid Company Holidays

• Flexible Time Off (With Manager Approval)

• Find out more about our Benefits here.

The expected salary range for this role is $172,460.00-$215,575.00. To determine starting pay we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location and an evaluation of a candidate’s skills, experience, market demands, and internal parity. Additionally, salary is just one component of TRR’s total rewards package. Depending on role, employees may also be eligible for a bonus program, incentive pay and benefits.

The RealReal is the world’s largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods, with 37 million members. With a rigorous authentication process overseen by experts, The RealReal provides a safe and reliable platform for consumers to buy and sell their luxury items. We have hundreds of in-house gemologists, horologists, and brand authenticators who inspect thousands of items each day. As a sustainable company, we give new life to pieces by thousands of brands across numerous categories—including women's and men's fashion, fine jewelry and watches, art, and home—in support of the circular economy. We make selling effortless with free virtual appointments, in-home pickup, drop-off, and direct shipping. We handle all of the work for consignors, including authenticating, using AI and machine learning to determine optimal pricing, photographing and listing their items, as well as shipping and customer service.