Senior Software Engineer – Solution Lifecycle

Smartsheet

. Design and build scalable backend services for Smartsheet’s next-generation applications .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $145,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and building scalable backend services, with a strong focus on cloud technologies like AWS and proficiency in programming languages such as Go, Java, Kotlin, or Python. Capable of managing large-scale database infrastructures and automating operations using Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform.

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AWS Cloud TechnologiesMySQL Database ManagementTest-Driven DevelopmentREST API DevelopmentAI Tool Utilization

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Hard Skills

GolangJavaKotlinPythonTerraformMySQLDistributed SystemsScalable ApplicationsREST APIsInfrastructure as Code

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingComplex Technical TroubleshootingExcellent Communication

Tools & Technologies

AWSGitLab-CITemporalMob Programming

Certifications & Qualifications

BS in Computer ScienceMS in Engineering

Industry Keywords

SaaSDatabase InternalsOperational On-Call Rotation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsJavaKotlinMySQLPythonTerraformGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and build scalable backend services for Smartsheet’s next-generation applications
Solve complex distributed systems challenges with product management and stakeholders
Build and maintain core infrastructure supporting reliability, stability, and performance
Manage and upgrade large-scale database infrastructure and complex replication topologies
Automate core operations using AWS, Golang, MySQL, Terraform, Temporal, and GitLab-CI
Collaborate through mob programming, code reviews, and architectural discussions
Practice Test-Driven Development and participate in book clubs and retrospectives
Use AI tools across coding, testing, design, and troubleshooting, and coach others on effective AI use
Participate in a gradually ramped operational on-call rotation

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience and proficiency in at least one modern programming language
Go experience is a plus but not required; Java, Kotlin, or Python backgrounds translate well
3+ years of experience with cloud technologies such as AWS or Azure
Strong desire to learn Infrastructure as Code with Terraform
Eagerness to understand database internals and reliability with MySQL
5+ years of software development experience building highly scalable, highly available applications
Experience developing, documenting, and supporting REST APIs
Comfortable or eager to become comfortable working in a mob programming environment
Experience writing test-driven code and sharing system ownership
Critical thinking and complex technical troubleshooting skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
1+ year of professional experience leveraging AI to improve personal productivity in building complex SaaS feature sets
A BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical industry experience
Legally eligible to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer subsidized medical/vision and dental coverage for full-time employees
401k Match to help you save for your future (50% of your contribution up to the first 6% of your eligible pay)
Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity
Flexible Time Away Program, plus Sick Time Off
Smartsheet-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans
12 paid holidays per year
Up to 24 weeks of Parental Leave
Personal paid Volunteer Day
Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to Udemy online courses
Company Funded Perks, including a counseling membership, local retail discounts, and your own personal Smartsheet account
Teleworking options from any registered location in the U.S. (role specific)
Market competitive incentive opportunity