Senior Software Engineer

Role Summary

• •Lead and deliver large full-stack projects using Ruby on Rails, React, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL with minimal guidance.
• •Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including operational stakeholders to translate complex workflows into technical solutions.
• •Design and implement flexible, scalable data models and user-facing features focused on maintainability and performance.
• •Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers and foster an inclusive, collaborative team culture.
• •Work within a distributed team environment aligned with organizational goals, balancing precision and user experience.

About the Company

• •ActBlue is a nonprofit organization focused on powering Democratic campaigns and progressive causes through technology.
• •The company values people-powered change and supports grassroots movements with a mission-driven culture.
• •ActBlue operates with a distributed team across the U.S., emphasizing inclusivity and diversity in its workforce.
• •They maintain a collaborative and mission-aligned environment with a strong commitment to social impact.
• •ActBlue offers comprehensive benefits including flexible schedules, inclusive health coverage, and a unionized workforce.

What You Should Know

• •This role offers a greenfield opportunity to build new platform capabilities within an established codebase.
• •Candidates should be comfortable working with ambiguous requirements and evolving project scopes.
• •The position requires strong self-motivation and the ability to independently prioritize work for maximum impact.
• •Applicants should be prepared to work onsite in the U.S. with some travel for retreats and meetings.
• •The company encourages mentorship and knowledge sharing and values a generous, inclusive working style.

Key Required Skills