Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack)

About the role

Virtuous is actively seeking an experienced Full Stack Software Engineer to join the Raise platform team and own the architecture of donor-facing features from initial concept through production deployment. In this capacity, you will design and implement scalable backend services in C# while simultaneously crafting responsive and intuitive user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks. You will collaborate closely with product managers and stakeholders to translate high-level fundraising objectives into technical requirements and executable solutions. This role requires you to take ownership of the entire development lifecycle, ensuring that code quality, system performance, and user experience remain at the forefront of every iteration. You will leverage your expertise to integrate third-party services and optimize the flow of data between the server and the client. Furthermore, you will be responsible for maintaining the reliability and security of the platform as it scales to meet increasing user demands. Your work will directly influence how charitable organizations engage with their supporters and achieve their missions.

Key facts

What you'll do

Implement robust backend APIs using C# to handle complex donor data and transactional logic with high reliability.

Develop interactive frontend components using JavaScript, TypeScript, Vue, React, or Svelte to create seamless user experiences.

Integrate RESTful and GraphQL APIs to connect the frontend interface with backend services and third-party systems.

Utilize AI coding assistants such as Claude Code, Cursor, or Copilot to accelerate development while maintaining rigorous engineering standards.

Configure and manage cloud infrastructure on Azure, applying infrastructure-as-code practices with Terraform to ensure consistency.

Optimize database queries and schema designs for relational databases to improve application performance and scalability.

Establish monitoring and observability practices using DataDog to track system health and quickly resolve incidents.

Collaborate with designers to refine user interfaces, focusing on accessibility, responsiveness, and intuitive interactions.

Lead the process of deploying applications through CI/CD pipelines, automating testing and release procedures.

Analyze and resolve complex technical issues, debugging both frontend and backend systems efficiently.

Document system architecture and technical processes to ensure clarity and maintainability for the engineering team.

Participate in code reviews to uphold code quality and share knowledge across the development team.

Guide junior engineers by providing technical direction and mentorship to foster a culture of excellence.

Evaluate emerging technologies and tools to identify opportunities for improving the product development lifecycle.

Ensure that all software releases adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements relevant to handling sensitive data.

Requirements

You must possess a minimum of 6 years of professional experience building and scaling modern web applications in production environments.

You must demonstrate strong proficiency in C# and have a history of developing APIs, including both RESTful and GraphQL integrations.

You must have a solid background in JavaScript/TypeScript and hands-on experience with frontend frameworks such as Vue, React, or Svelte.

You must have proven experience utilizing AI coding assistants like Claude Code, Cursor, or Copilot within your workflow, balanced with a firm grounding in traditional engineering methods.

You must have experience managing cloud infrastructure, specifically with Microsoft Azure and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform.

You must possess in-depth knowledge of relational databases, including expertise in performance optimization, indexing strategies, and scaling methodologies.

You must have a firm understanding of DevOps principles, including continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD), containerization, and strategies for application scaling under heavy load.

You must be familiar with observability tools such as DataDog to effectively monitor, debug, and maintain system performance.

Nice to have

Experience with Kubernetes or modern Platform as a Service (PaaS) deployments to manage containerized applications.

Familiarity with defining and working with Service Level Objectives (SLOs) and Service Level Indicators (SLIs) to measure system reliability.

Previous experience in a Software as a Service (SaaS) or Business-to-Business (B2B) product setting, understanding the nuances of such environments.

A background in nonprofit technology or related fields, providing context for the sector's specific challenges.

Contributions to open-source projects or experience in technical writing, demonstrating communication and technical depth.

A passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent within teams, helping to elevate the collective skill level.

Practical notes

Our benefits package includes a 401(k) plan with company matching, unlimited paid time off, paid volunteer days, recognized company holidays, employer-contributed healthcare (medical, dental, vision), and generous parental leave policies (12 weeks for primary caregivers and 4 weeks for secondary caregivers).

Please note that all official communications from Virtuous will come from an @virtuous.org email address to ensure authenticity.