Software Engineer Job in California With $200K+ Potential

About the Role

Work with a tight-knit team in the Bay Area where you take full ownership of features that scale to millions. Hybrid setup means office perks in SF with remote flexibility. Focus on real impact, not endless meetings.

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What You Will Be Doing

• Develop scalable backend systems with Go and Java

• Create responsive UIs using React and Next.js

• Design and query efficient databases (PostgreSQL, Redis)

• Integrate microservices on Kubernetes and AWS

• Profile and optimize code for performance

• Lead code reviews and pair programming sessions

• Build CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions

• Experiment with ML features using TensorFlow

Requirements

Must Have:

• 3+ years building full-stack apps with JS or Go

• Solid experience with cloud infra (AWS, GCP)

• Proficiency in SQL/NoSQL and REST/GraphQL APIs

• Degree in CS or proven portfolio projects

Nice to Have:

• Experience at scale (1M+ users)

• Familiarity with Kubernetes or serverless

• Open-source contributions

• Interest in AI/ML tools

Salary Breakdown

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Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans

• 5 weeks PTO + unlimited sick days

• $2,000 yearly education budget

• Full remote hybrid with equipment stipend

• RSUs vesting over 4 years

• Free meals, snacks, and gym at SF office

• 16 weeks paid family leave

• $10,000 relocation package

Visa Sponsorship Information

• H-1B eligible (cap-exempt if applicable)

• Requires STEM degree or equivalent experience

• Minimum 3 years relevant work history

• We handle attorney fees and filing

• OPT/STEM extensions supported for recent grads

About the Company

WhatIsTheSalary powers career decisions with accurate salary data for tech pros everywhere. Our 60-person team spans the US and Canada, with Bay Area roots for innovation. We prioritize clear goals, fair pay, and balanced lives.

How to Apply

Email your resume, GitHub link, and why this role fits to jobs@whatisthesalary.com. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. We’ll reply fast, usually same day.