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full-timeSenior Staff Software Engineer, Entity Management
Gusto · San Francisco, CA - Hybrid
Gusto is a company focused on supporting the small business economy by providing integrated payroll, benefits, and HR solutions. As a Senior Staff Software Engineer within the Entity Management team, you will lead the technical development of a new product designed to simplify legal and compliance processes for entrepreneurs, such as incorporation and ongoing regulatory management. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve executing the technical roadmap, designing complex software solutions, and driving the implementation of new features within existing systems. You will act as a key technical leader, collaborating closely with cross-functional partners in product, design, and marketing to ensure project success. Beyond individual contributions, this role requires significant mentorship of engineering staff and the refinement of internal development processes to improve team efficiency. This position is well-suited for a highly experienced software engineer with over a decade of professional experience, particularly those who have successfully led greenfield product development. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication skills, a history of solving complex technical challenges, and the ability to guide teams through the full software development lifecycle while fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Education
- Level: Bachelor's degree
- Courses: Computer Science, Engineering
- Specializations: Computer Science, Engineering
Key Skills
Notes
['Hybrid work model', 'Travel to Denver office for onboarding']
Experience required
10-40 years experienceAbout the Role As a Sr Staff Software Engineer on the Entity Management team, you will lead technical development of a new product that simplifies compliance for entrepreneurs. Responsibilities Execute the technical roadmap, collaborate with product, design, support and marketing, mentor engineers, improve development processes, drive new functionality in legacy systems, lead technical design, conduct code reviews. Requirements 10+ years software development experience, leadership in greenfield product development, Ruby on Rails, Typescript, React (preferred), strong mentorship and communication skills, ability to work cross‑functionally. Eligibility Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Skills for this role
Required skills
Also mentioned in the listing
| Role | Senior Staff Software Engineer, Entity Management |
|---|---|
| Company | Gusto |
| Location | San Francisco, CA - Hybrid |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-09-29 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
Typical process for this type of role
A general guide — the exact steps for this specific listing may vary; check the original posting for details.
- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
Before you apply
0/4Senior Staff Software Engineer, Entity Management at Gusto: frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for the Senior Staff Software Engineer, Entity Management role at Gusto?
- The listing asks for Bachelor's degree (Computer Science, Engineering); 10-40 years of experience.
- What skills does the Senior Staff Software Engineer, Entity Management role require?
- The listing highlights Ruby on Rails, Typescript, React, Software Development. Show each of these in a project or past role on your resume.
- What is the salary for this role?
- Gusto has not stated compensation in the listing. Check the original posting or ask during the application process.
- Is the Senior Staff Software Engineer, Entity Management position remote, hybrid or onsite?
- The listing marks this role as hybrid, with San Francisco, CA - Hybrid as the location.
- What is the application deadline?
- Gusto has not listed a fixed deadline, so apply early in case the opening is filled.
- How do I apply for the Senior Staff Software Engineer, Entity Management role?
- Use the Apply button on this page. It opens the original listing on job-boards.greenhouse.io, where you submit your application with the company.
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