Senior Software Engineer, Java (Domains)

Senior Software Engineer, Java (Domains)

At Squarespace, we empower millions of creatorsfrom artists to entrepreneursto build a brand and transact with their customers in an impactful and beautiful online presence. The journey for every single one of these customers begins with a single step : securing a domain.

The Domains DNS team is the bedrock of that mission. We build and operate the foundational services that make online identity possible. We are responsible for the management of each domain name on our platform, from registration to serving billions of DNS queries that connect their audience to their content. We believe that managing a domain should be simple, secure, and incredibly reliable. This is a hybrid role working from our New York City office 3 days per week.

You'll Get To...

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and performant backend services and APIs, using Java.
• Lead technical design discussions, propose solutions, and make informed architectural decisions that align with our overall strategy.
• Collaborate with product managers, frontend engineers, and other stakeholders to translate product requirements into technical specifications and deliver impactful product experiences.
• Set a standard of technical excellence through RFC reviews and the code review process.
• Mentor junior engineers, share knowledge, and foster a culture of technical excellence within the team.

Who We're Looking For

Your team and manager will :

Benefits & Perks

Cash Compensation Range : $128,500 $231,500 USD

The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.

In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include overtime pay), Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive structure in addition to base salary.

About Squarespace

Squarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1,700 is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, and Aveiro, Portugal. For more information about our company, visit https : / / www.squarespace.com / about / careers.

Our Commitment

Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customer base, but we also strive for the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.