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Senior Engineer Software - Workflows
Remote (Must be in Guadalajara)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering a comprehensive platform for the modern workforce. We are committed to building a world-class team by hiring top talent globally, using an Employer of Record model to ensure compliance. Our ideal candidates are based in Guadalajara or surrounding areas, with the right to work there, and able to work within four hours of Eastern Standard Time.
Position Overview
The Senior Software Engineer leads technical initiatives and drives engineering excellence, focusing on architecting scalable solutions and mentoring the engineering team.
Primary Responsibilities
- Architect and implement modular, maintainable software solutions that optimize performance and scalability
- Lead feature and epic design discussions, incorporating feedback from cross-functional teams
- Drive technical decision-making aligned with business goals and customer needs
- Identify and resolve technical ambiguities through analysis and collaboration
- Own medium to large-scale projects from conception to delivery with minimal supervision
- Coordinate across teams to manage dependencies
- Develop and execute project plans aligned with business objectives
- Maintain high-quality standards while meeting deadlines
- Champion best practices in software development, testing, and deployment
- Improve CI / CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and monitoring systems
- Provide detailed code reviews to enhance code quality
- Drive technical debt reduction and refactor legacy code
Growth & Development
Guide junior engineers in best practices and modern development techniquesFacilitate knowledge sharing through code reviews and technical discussionsResolve conflicts independently when possible, escalating when neededInfluence technical direction through expertise and reasoned argumentsEducation and Experience
Bachelor's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fieldMinimum 5 years of software engineering experienceProven leadership in technical initiativesExcellent communication skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesCollaborative mindset and ability to influence peersAdaptability to changing requirementsTechnical Skills
Proficiency in software development languages and frameworksExperience with agile methodologiesKnowledge of performance optimization techniquesExperience with C#, Java, or similar languagesUnderstanding of system architecture principlesPhysical Requirements
Ability to sit for extended periods (7-8 hours)Operate computers and phone systems, multitasking across software programsWe comply with disability laws and make reasonable accommodations. To request accommodations, contact leavebenefits@paylocity.com. Please do not send resumes to this email, as they will be removed.
If you're excited about building innovative solutions and working with a collaborative team, apply now!
Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer.
We promote diversity and inclusion, recruiting and supporting employees regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected statuses.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries
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