Staff Software Engineer

At Instawork, we're revolutionizing the local labor marketplace by connecting businesses with skilled hourly professionals across the U.S., Canada, India, and beyond. As a Staff Software Engineer on our FAST Engineering team in San Francisco, you'll play a crucial role in building innovative products and features across web and mobile platforms.

Our engineering team works full-stack, emphasizing seamless and productive development experiences. You'll contribute to establishing best practices, evaluating new technologies, and leading larger projects. With backing from top-tier investors like Benchmark, Spark Capital, and Y Combinator, we're rapidly scaling our platform to create economic opportunities worldwide.

The role demands strong engineering fundamentals with 10+ years of experience, requiring 80% hands-on coding. You'll work with modern frontend frameworks like React, handle large-scale data systems, and build scalable backend architectures. Experience with Django, Python, and React Native is preferred for optimal ramp-up.

We offer competitive compensation ($180,000-$230,000 base salary for CA-based applicants) plus equity and comprehensive benefits. Our values emphasize action, ownership, continuous learning, and transparent communication. We're proud to be recognized among the fastest-growing companies by Inc. 5000 and featured in major media outlets.

Join us in transforming how businesses and professionals connect in the modern workforce. We're committed to diversity and believe unique perspectives strengthen our team. If you're passionate about building impactful products and scaling a marketplace that's revolutionizing local economies, we want to hear from you.