MB-Senior Software Engineer

NGP VAN is the winningest technology platform in the history of democratic and progressive causes, working tirelessly to innovate and advance the technology our clients rely on to bolster our democracy. We help power the trailblazers, campaigners, and advocates fighting up and down the ticket for equality, racial justice, reproductive freedom, democracy, climate reform, and more— including the national Democratic committees and progressive organizations, thousands of Democratic campaigns, hundreds of labor unions, advocacy organizations, progressive and non-partisan PACs, and other organizations.

As a senior software engineer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the technical health and quality of our product. You will use AI tools, services, and methodologies to drive innovation and enhance the software development lifecycle and build new features in the product. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about driving the success of engineering initiatives while mentoring and guiding others.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the technical health and quality of existing features and new AI-powered features, ensuring alignment with overall product goals while maintaining high engineering standards.

• Contribute and support successful sprint planning, execution, and retrospectives for features. Own release cycles, ensuring high-quality releases and coordinating sprint reviews and demos.

• Work closely with product management, data science teams, and other engineering teams to define product features, manage project scope, and align on priorities.

• Collaborate with Lead Engineers, Engineering Managers, and Architects: work closely with others to design, develop, and deliver large-scale data applications utilizing LLMs and other AI tools to enhance product delivery.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of product technologies, ensuring the team remains at the forefront of emerging trends in AI, machine learning, and data science.

• Create comprehensive documentation and training materials to improve team efficiency, ensure knowledge sharing, and facilitate onboarding, particularly in AI technologies.

• Mentor and guide team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

• Contribute high-quality code to the product, including optimizing algorithms, maintaining high availability and uptime, and implementing AI-driven features.

• Regularly evaluate and refine engineering processes, with a particular focus on improving workflows for development, AI technologies, testing, and deployment.

• Collaborate with DevOps and SaaS Teams: work together with DevOps and SaaS teams to implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines.

• Cultivate a Positive Company Culture: Foster a company culture that values cross-team collaboration and trust.

Key Qualifications:

• 5+ years of full stack Software Development experience, including design patterns and data structures

• Proficiency with key application technologies: Django, Python, Postgres databases, and AWS ECS. Expertise with AWS cloud infrastructure and deployment models, including automation, orchestration, and scale.

• Excellent cross-functional communication skills, with the ability to work closely with data science teams, product managers, and other engineering teams.

• Strong experience with Agile methodologies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering solutions to complex technical challenges in AI and software engineering.

• Proficient at using AI tools and prompt engineering methods to solve software engineering problems.

• Experience incorporating AI technologies, such as LLMs, into existing software products.

• Experience mentoring junior engineers and driving a collaborative, team-first culture.

• Fine attention to detail and encouraging approach in communicating concerns and suggestions in Code Reviews.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong front-end experience with React, Typescript, and Node.

• Experience with deep learning, NLP, or reinforcement learning.

• Proven experience in developing and deploying AI models, machine learning algorithms, or data-driven solutions in production environments.

• Familiarity with introducing AI applications into DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software delivery using industry standard tools such as ChatGPT, Cursor, or Windsurf.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI and tools and services working in projects that have a real-world impact.

• A culture of innovation, learning, and collaboration.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.

If you are a seasoned engineer with AI expertise ready to take the next step in your career and support a team’s success, we would love to hear from you!

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 

Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and in addition to benefits this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses/incentives, and equity. 

This position is a part of a bargaining union represented by CWA Local 1101, 1400, 2336, or 13000.

US Base Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000

Please note that the compensation range and benefits specified in this job posting is applicable to candidates based in the United States. For international applicants, actual salary offers and benefit plans may vary based on the local market compensation standards and will be determined in accordance with regional considerations, including but not limited to applicable laws, cost of living, and industry norms.

At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require current or future sponsorship for employment authorization.

Our Culture:

Our team is made up of industry experts and advocates who are 100% committed to supporting the doers of social good. We are currently undergoing an effort to create the vision and values that embody our collective organization and embrace the individuals who make up our community.

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits include:

• Generous Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy

• Up to 15 paid company holidays including some commemorating social justice events and self-care

• Paid volunteer time

• Resources for savings and investments

• Paid parental leave

• Paid sick leave

• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance with additional access to health and wellness programs.

• Opportunities to learn, develop, network, and connect

Please note the benefits specified on this page are applicable to full-time employees based in the United States. For international employees, actual benefits may vary based on local standards and regulations and will be determined in accordance with regional considerations, including but not limited to applicable laws and industry norms.

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, diversity of thought and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.