Principal software developer

Principal Software DeveloperOverview

Patent Bots is a profitable, bootstrapped company that provides tools for patent attorneys. Our tools automate tedious drafting tasks and provide key information to allow patent attorneys to be more productive and do better work. The CEO is a technical founder, and you will be the first full-time software developer in addition to the CEO.

As the Principal Software Developer, you will be a key technical leader within our company, reporting directly to the CEO. You will be responsible for driving the development of our products and making architectural decisions. Your role will involve hands-on coding and collaborating with the CEO to align technology initiatives with business goals.

Recent experience with building Python web apps is required. We need you to hit the ground running!We are a 100% remote team and all qualified, U.S.-based candidates will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Architect and Develop Products: Design and build scalable, reliable, and secure software systems that form the backbone of our business.Strategic Collaboration: Work with the CEO to define the company's technical vision and roadmap.Code Reviews & Best Practices: Establish and enforce coding standards, conduct code reviews, and ensure adherence to best practices in software development.Innovation & Problem Solving: Lead the exploration and adoption of new technologies, tools, and methodologies to drive innovation and efficiency.Hands-On Development: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code, and contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle.Security & Compliance: Implement best practices for security and data protection, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Qualifications

Experience: 10+ years of experience in software development.Technical Expertise: High proficiency in building Python web apps. Proficiency in full-stack software development including HTML, CSS, Javascript, and jQuery.Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions.Start-Up Mentality: Entrepreneurial spirit with a strong desire to build and scale products in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Drive: Desire to create awesome products that customers love.Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Patents: Experience with patents or having been an inventor on a patent application is a plus.DevOps & CI/CD: Familiarity with DevOps practices, continuous integration, and continuous deployment pipelines.

What We Offer

Competitive Salary & Equity: Opportunity to earn equity in a fast-growing startup.Flexible Work Environment: Work remotely.Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and personal development.Collaborative Culture: Work closely with the founding team and make a tangible impact on the company’s direction and success.Benefits: Health insurance and 401k matching.

Applications are only accepted via this Google forms link (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFaxSlQXmVZoIU0LMPNunZPXOC1FgfJ20XbTiS-LJdXKvhsw/viewform).

Key Skills

• JavaScript