Senior Software Engineer

We’re looking for experienced engineers who are ready to drive technical initiatives, mentor team members, and deliver enterprise-level solutions. At Commerce Architects, we’ve spent over 16 years building complex systems for industry-leading companies, and we’re looking for senior engineers who can shape architecture, accelerate project delivery, and grow as trusted advisors to our clients.

Note :  We're building our Talent Community for future opportunities at two levels : Senior Software Engineer I (SSE1) and Senior Software Engineer II (SSE2). Final placement will be determined during the interview process based on skills, experience, and leadership scope.

About the Role

As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll take ownership of large functional areas within client projects, lead feature design and implementation, and mentor engineers at varying levels. You’ll collaborate directly with clients, guide architectural decisions, and help establish engineering best practices. This is a full-time position requiring ~40 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate occasional additional hours during busy periods.

Depending on your experience and level placement (SSE1 or SSE2), your responsibilities may include :

• Leading the design, estimating, and delivery of complex features
• Driving architectural strategy and shaping technical direction
• Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level engineers
• Leading major project work streams and breaking down large initiatives into actionable components
• Serving as a trusted technical advisor to clients, including executives and senior stakeholders
• Helping establish best practices and contributing to company-wide technical growth

Growth Path

At either level, you’ll gain the leadership expertise to guide distributed teams, the technical vision to influence enterprise systems, and the business acumen to align technical decisions with client goals.

Within 18–36 months, you’ll be on track to :

What You’ll Need

Successful candidates will bring most of the following :

A Typical Day

Your day might include :

What Sets Us Apart

While other companies may offer higher salaries or a narrow technical scope, at Commerce Architects, you’ll gain :

Autonomy  to own technical delivery of large systems or projects

Influence  in shaping solutions, technology choices, and delivery strategies

Breadth  across technologies, stacks, and industries

Mentorship opportunities  to develop others while advancing your own leadership

Balance  between deep technical work, collaboration, and personal commitments

Benefits and Perks

100% health / dental / vision premium coverage (50% for dependents)

Flexible work location and schedule

Flexible Time Off

Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Plan

Profit Sharing bonus

Professional development support

Disability and Life Insurance

Family Leave Benefits

Regular team events and recognition program

Fitness reimbursement

In-office game room

Our Learning Environment

We believe in :

Developing technical leadership and strategic thinking

Building advanced consulting and client advisory skills

Cross-domain expertise and emerging technology exploration

Team mentorship and knowledge sharing

Recognition for technical excellence and leadership impact

Work Location

We offer flexible options! This role is available as a hybrid position based in Spokane, Washington, or fully remote for candidates in select states where we’re set up for employment operations. We evaluate each location on a case-by-case basis, so please note your state of residence when applying.

$120,000 - $180,000 a year

Senior Software Engineering positions offer premium compensation that reflects the exceptional experience and strategic technical leadership capabilities you bring. We recognize the significant value of proven expertise and client relationship management and are prepared to offer competitive compensation for candidates with the technical expertise and mentoring capabilities we're seeking. Our focus is on providing opportunities for continued growth into technical leadership roles, combined with the comprehensive benefits package outlined in our posting. We believe the technical leadership development and client advisory experience you'll gain here creates exceptional long-term career value.

Want to learn more?

At Commerce Architects, we align our hiring with incoming client projects. While this means our start dates are flexible, it allows us to match you with real client work as soon as possible - not just internal tools. We're actively building our Talent Community, where strong candidates are frequently placed into roles within a few months. If you're excited about diving into enterprise-level work where you can make a real impact on enterprise software used by millions of people daily and comfortable with a flexible start date, let's talk about how you can grow with us.

Commerce Architects is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify participant. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.