Senior Software Engineer

Toast is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Sous Chef team, focusing on transforming how restaurants operate through AI-powered solutions. This role is part of Toast's mission to build innovative restaurant technology platforms that help establishments adapt, take control, and thrive in the modern business environment.

The position sits within the Sous Chef team, whose mission is to develop an AI assistant that helps restaurant owners save time and make better business decisions. The team believes their work can significantly impact restaurants' operational efficiency, profit margins, revenue generation, and overall guest and employee experience within the Toast ecosystem.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of customer-facing experiences, from front-end interfaces to backend services and integrations with other Toast products. The role requires strong technical expertise in Java/Kotlin, modern web technologies, and distributed systems, with a particular emphasis on machine learning and large language models.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of backend development experience and a track record of delivering high-quality, reliable services to production. You'll need to be proficient with modern web standards, non-relational databases, and have experience with machine learning technologies. Strong communication skills are essential, as you'll be collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring other engineers.

Toast offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $131,000-$210,000 USD, plus equity, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. The company maintains a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can thrive.

Located in Boston, you'll be working in a hybrid environment that values in-person collaboration while respecting individual needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer passionate about using cutting-edge AI technology to solve real-world problems in the restaurant industry while working with a team dedicated to transforming how restaurants operate in the digital age.