[Remote] Senior Software Engineer I

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GOAT Group is a leading platform for authentic sneakers, apparel, and accessories. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer I to lead backend architecture and system design, driving technical decisions and coordinating cross-functional delivery to support critical customer-facing features.ResponsibilitiesLead backend architecture and system design, proactively proposing and driving new systems that support critical customer facing featuresTake point on initiatives, owning the backend roadmap, driving technical decisions, and coordinating cross-functional deliveryOptimize existing systems for performance, reliability, and cost. You treat production health as a first-class priority, not an afterthoughtServe as the team's technical anchor: set engineering standards, lead design reviews, unblock teammatesManage technical roadmap and problems of significantly larger scope, from formulating an efficient game plan to delivering stable, well-tested features on timeMake technical recommendations that improve the codebase while minimizing risk; identify and fix (or ideally prevent) bugs and performance bottlenecksCoordinate and communicate seamlessly across engineering, product, and design teamsLeverage AI coding tools (Claude, Codex, etc.) to accelerate development velocity for yourself and the teamSkills5+ years of software engineering experience, with deep expertise in backend / distributed systemsProven track record of leading a team to execute and ship features, you've been the tech lead others rely onStrong proficiency in Go, Python, Ruby, or similar backend languages/frameworksHands-on experience designing, building, and scaling distributed systems that handle real-world traffic at scaleProficient with AI-assisted development tools (Claude, Codex, Copilot, etc.) and a believer in using them to multiply team outputA T-shaped engineer / generalist mindset with deep expertise in at least one domain (e.g., API design, data pipelines, event-driven architectures, infrastructure)A proactive ownership mentality, you don't wait for permission to improve things; you identify problems, propose solutions, and executeComfortable navigating ambiguity, handling conflict constructively, and building consensus across teams with competing prioritiesFamiliarity with the technologies, tradeoffs, and design patterns emerging in modern web services and cloud-native architecturesBachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experienceFrontend experience (React, TypeScript, iOS, Android or similar), we value engineers who can work across the stack when neededFamiliarity with ecommerce applicationsBenefits401KPaid time offDentalMedicalVisionDisabilityLife insurance optionsCompany OverviewGoat Group is a marketplace for authentic sneakers, apparel, and accessories. It was founded in 2011, and is headquartered in Culver City, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.goatgroup.com.Company H1B SponsorshipGOAT Group has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 10 in 2025, 2 in 2024, 13 in 2023, 11 in 2022, 9 in 2021, 6 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.