Staff Engineer

Role Summary

• •Lead technical execution of multi-quarter, cross-team initiatives with complex requirements and strategic impact.
• •Architect and improve full-stack systems using Ruby on Rails, React, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL.
• •Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, fostering a culture of feedback and inclusivity.
• •Collaborate closely with product managers and designers to shape the team’s roadmap and technical strategy.
• •Establish and champion best practices in testing, monitoring, and system design to ensure reliability and scalability.

About the Company

• •ActBlue is a nonprofit organization focused on empowering progressive causes and Democratic victories through technology.
• •The company values inclusivity, collaboration, and mission-driven work to build change through grassroots fundraising.
• •ActBlue operates with cross-functional, empathetic teams aligned to broader organizational goals.
• •They provide a supportive and flexible work environment with strong benefits including unlimited time off and comprehensive health coverage.
• •ActBlue is unionized, emphasizing fair labor practices and collective bargaining for technical staff.

What You Should Know

• •This role requires availability during regular business hours and onsite presence in the United States with some travel.
• •Candidates should be prepared to work in a distributed team environment using virtual communication tools like Zoom and Slack.
• •The position offers significant growth opportunities through leadership, coaching, and technical strategy influence.
• •Applicants should be comfortable with complex system design, cross-team collaboration, and mentoring responsibilities.
• •ActBlue encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations during hiring and employment.

Key Required Skills