At BuildOps, we’re building a groundbreaking software solution, purpose-built to support today’s commercial contractors. From helping our customers manage their service department all the way to project management, we’re breaking the mold and building a team that invests in our mission statement. We love driven, self-motivated folks experienced in tech start-ups and thrive in fast-paced environments. Could you be our next hire?
BuildOps is looking for a highly skilled Engineering Manager to help lead our key engineering project initiatives, working in collaboration with a Product Owner. This candidate will join a well-funded, fast-growing technology startup with the unique opportunity to help build out a critical function for the company.
What You’ll Do:
Partner with Product to design and deliver high-quality solutions
Lead and mentor engineers on sprint planning, estimations, and scope delivery
Architect and build scalable, reliable systems for our Field Service ERP platform
Design, develop, and maintain backend applications and data workflows
Work with databases to model, store, retrieve data, and implement migration strategies
Implement pub/sub workflows to decouple services and integrate with external systems
Ensure backend processes are reliable and maintain high data integrity
Provide technical leadership through code reviews and cross-squad collaboration
Deep understanding of AWS services: EC2, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, SNS, and SQS
What We Look For:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
8+ years in backend server-side development, with 2+ years as a squad lead or manager
Expert in TypeScript/JavaScript (Node.js environment)
Skilled in database modeling, data migration, and complex query optimization
Experience with background processing systems (Queues, Pub/Sub, Streaming), idempotent logic, and eventually consistent processing
Proficient with Docker; familiar with Terraform (nice to have)
Strong experience with AWS (MySQL RDS, DynamoDB, Lambda, SNS, SQS, ECS)
Solid understanding of distributed systems and scalability principles
Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and testing skills (TDD and integration tests)
Comfortable working independently or collaboratively
Ability to work a hybrid schedule - Monday/Friday WFH, Tuesday - Thursday, in office
Nice To Have:
Familiarity with the commercial contractor industry and related domains like construction, procurement, or accounting software
Experience with service-oriented SaaS platforms
Comfortable working with open-source languages such as Java or Python
Compensation:
Negotiable base salary range + annual bonus
What we offer:
Generous equity grant, become an owner in our company!
Macbook computer provided
A comprehensive benefits package
Flexible PTO and hybrid work schedules
Work from home stipend
Hubs in Los Angeles, Toronto, and Raleigh with hybrid work schedules and lunch provided for in-office days
Company events like BBQs and team-building activities, both in-person and virtual
Fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic work environment
Opportunities for growth and career advancement
Chance to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions
The chance to get in on the ground floor and build something truly groundbreaking for ourselves and our amazing customers
About BuildOps
Join BuildOps, the largest commercial trade platform in the country, as we transform the multi-billion dollar commercial contracting industry!
We’re not just talking incremental improvements—we’re talking a full-scale revolution, empowering the hardworking heroes who build and maintain the infrastructure that keeps our world running. See why contractors choose Buildops here.
This is your chance to be part of a rocketship. We’re fresh off a $1 billion valuation and a $127M Series C funding round (part of over $275M raised to date) led by industry-leading investors like Meritech Capital, BOND, and SE Ventures, backed by Schneider Electric (Reuters, TechCrunch, LA Business Journal) . Our latest investors join our team of industry heavyweights like Next47, former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo, former Salesforce President Gavin Patterson, and Boost Mobile CEO Stephen Stokols. Their investment is fueling our aggressive growth and our commitment to equipping contractors with AI-driven tools to conquer chaos, boost efficiency, skyrocket profitability, and ultimately, deliver exceptional service.
At BuildOps, we’re changing the game and doing the best work of our careers. You’ll be a key player in a company that’s truly making a difference for the backbone of our economy. If you’re ready to tackle big challenges, work with a passionate team, and build something extraordinary, BuildOps is the place for you. 🚀
