Staff Software Engineer, Device Experience

Toast is revolutionizing the restaurant industry with its innovative POS (Point of Sale) technology, serving millions of guests daily through thousands of servers, hosts, and chefs. As a Staff Software Engineer in the Device Experience team, you'll be at the intersection of Toast's hardware and software, building cloud-based services and device software that creates a frictionless customer experience.

The role demands a technical leader who can not only write code but also design and architect scalable, end-to-end systems. You'll be responsible for defining the technical vision and strategy, ensuring the team builds modern, robust, and efficient solutions that align with business objectives while maintaining a strong focus on customer needs.

The Device Experience team takes a holistic approach to device management, from initial provisioning to end-of-life, considering software, hardware, networking, user experience, and operational processes. You'll work with a tech stack that includes Java & Kotlin backend services, React SPAs, Android applications, and various databases and messaging systems.

Key responsibilities include leading software service development, collaborating across teams, creating technical requirements, and making architectural decisions. You'll need 8+ years of cloud software development experience, strong knowledge of backend technologies, and expertise in Android development and database optimization.

Toast offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $155,000 to $248,000 USD, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. The company embraces a hybrid work model and focuses on building a diverse, inclusive culture where employees can thrive while empowering the restaurant community.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned engineer who enjoys tackling complex technical challenges, values customer-centric development, and wants to make a significant impact in the restaurant technology space. You'll be joining a company that's committed to innovation and has a clear mission to help restaurants succeed through technology.