8am
About the role
We are looking for a Full‑Stack Software Engineer to help build out our expense management team. This team will focus on driving more value to our ever‑growing customer base through developing a better customer workflow for expense tracking and management.
About us At 8am, our vision is to power a world where professionals thrive. We start every day on a mission to empower professionals with the most trusted, innovative technology to deliver world‑class outcomes for their clients and exceptional financial results for their businesses. They count on our purpose‑built solutions to simplify operations, ensure compliance, and fuel profitable growth, so they can focus on their clients and do more of the work that matters.
Founded in 2005, 8am™ (formerly AffiniPay) is the professional business platform built to help legal, accounting, and other client‑focused professionals run stronger, more profitable businesses. Today, more than 250,000 professionals across the U.S. trust 8am to help them work smarter, serve clients better, and unlock their full potential. We have been recognized as one of Inc 5000’s fastest growing companies in the U.S. for 13 years in a row.
What you'll do
Implement scalable SaaS solutions using NestJS (backend) and NextJS (frontend).
Optimize PostgreSQL databases and microservices architecture.
Collaborate with engineers on SDLC best practices and implement new features.
Leverage AI and agency tools throughout the development lifecycle.
Stay current with cloud‑native technologies and microservices patterns.
Support deployments by debugging, troubleshooting, and coordinating with DevOps and QA.
Develop and maintain APIs and other backend functionality.
About you
BS in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
Experience building and debugging cloud‑based solutions.
Commitment to SOLID principles, clean architecture, and TypeScript.
Professional experience with PostgreSQL (query optimization, migrations).
Experience with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
Excellent teamwork, documentation, and communication skills.
This position is preferably based in Austin, Texas.
Preferred skills & experience (optional)
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud Platform).
Experience with scalable SaaS applications.
Experience with JavaScript or TypeScript (e.g., NodeJS, NestJS).
Experience with React, NextJS, or other frontend technologies.
Experience with third‑party APIs.
Why 8am At 8am, our culture is shaped by the people who bring it to life every day. Together, we build a company rooted in continuous learning, genuine community, holistic wellness, and meaningful engagement — values that empower us as individuals and unite us as a team. Our culture is grounded in our core values: Work Smart, Win Fast; Outshine Ordinary, and We Find a Way. These values drive how we serve our customers and work with each other in a collaborative, inspiring, and empowering environment, every day.
Here’s how we support our 8Team
Health Insurance Coverage:
We offer a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, including a 100% company‑paid HDHP plan.
Financial perks:
Competitive compensation and benefits, annual bonuses, equity options, 401(k) or RRSP, with a company match for all team members.
Time for what matters:
Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, and a parental leave program for new parents.
Wellness:
Wellness stipends, mental health support, and one‑on‑one nutrition coaching.
Learning and Development:
Continuous learning through 8am.edu, leadership programs, professional development funds.
Giving back to the communities around us:
Matching gift program, paid time off for volunteer service, company‑sponsored volunteer events.
Engagement:
Virtual and in‑person team‑building, quarterly award recognition, peer‑to‑peer appreciation platform.
Diversity, equity & inclusion at 8am At 8am, we recognize that innovation occurs with a strong team of people who are diverse in background, personality, talent and ideas. We are committed to creating a welcoming and transparent environment for all that embraces those differences through education, equal access to opportunities and inclusionary programs.
Security advisory Our hiring teams at 8am are dedicated to recruiting top talent that shares our passion for serving the professional services industry through innovative financial technology. Our Talent Acquisition Team uses only legitimate hiring practices; we communicate via 8am domain emails and never ask for sensitive data during the application process. All interviews take place over phone call, Zoom/Google Meet or in person. All offers are communicated verbally by our Talent Acquisition Specialists with a written offer letter as a follow‑up.
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About us At 8am, our vision is to power a world where professionals thrive. We start every day on a mission to empower professionals with the most trusted, innovative technology to deliver world‑class outcomes for their clients and exceptional financial results for their businesses. They count on our purpose‑built solutions to simplify operations, ensure compliance, and fuel profitable growth, so they can focus on their clients and do more of the work that matters.
Founded in 2005, 8am™ (formerly AffiniPay) is the professional business platform built to help legal, accounting, and other client‑focused professionals run stronger, more profitable businesses. Today, more than 250,000 professionals across the U.S. trust 8am to help them work smarter, serve clients better, and unlock their full potential. We have been recognized as one of Inc 5000’s fastest growing companies in the U.S. for 13 years in a row.
What you'll do
Implement scalable SaaS solutions using NestJS (backend) and NextJS (frontend).
Optimize PostgreSQL databases and microservices architecture.
Collaborate with engineers on SDLC best practices and implement new features.
Leverage AI and agency tools throughout the development lifecycle.
Stay current with cloud‑native technologies and microservices patterns.
Support deployments by debugging, troubleshooting, and coordinating with DevOps and QA.
Develop and maintain APIs and other backend functionality.
About you
BS in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
Experience building and debugging cloud‑based solutions.
Commitment to SOLID principles, clean architecture, and TypeScript.
Professional experience with PostgreSQL (query optimization, migrations).
Experience with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
Excellent teamwork, documentation, and communication skills.
This position is preferably based in Austin, Texas.
Preferred skills & experience (optional)
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud Platform).
Experience with scalable SaaS applications.
Experience with JavaScript or TypeScript (e.g., NodeJS, NestJS).
Experience with React, NextJS, or other frontend technologies.
Experience with third‑party APIs.
Why 8am At 8am, our culture is shaped by the people who bring it to life every day. Together, we build a company rooted in continuous learning, genuine community, holistic wellness, and meaningful engagement — values that empower us as individuals and unite us as a team. Our culture is grounded in our core values: Work Smart, Win Fast; Outshine Ordinary, and We Find a Way. These values drive how we serve our customers and work with each other in a collaborative, inspiring, and empowering environment, every day.
Here’s how we support our 8Team
Health Insurance Coverage:
We offer a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, including a 100% company‑paid HDHP plan.
Financial perks:
Competitive compensation and benefits, annual bonuses, equity options, 401(k) or RRSP, with a company match for all team members.
Time for what matters:
Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, and a parental leave program for new parents.
Wellness:
Wellness stipends, mental health support, and one‑on‑one nutrition coaching.
Learning and Development:
Continuous learning through 8am.edu, leadership programs, professional development funds.
Giving back to the communities around us:
Matching gift program, paid time off for volunteer service, company‑sponsored volunteer events.
Engagement:
Virtual and in‑person team‑building, quarterly award recognition, peer‑to‑peer appreciation platform.
Diversity, equity & inclusion at 8am At 8am, we recognize that innovation occurs with a strong team of people who are diverse in background, personality, talent and ideas. We are committed to creating a welcoming and transparent environment for all that embraces those differences through education, equal access to opportunities and inclusionary programs.
Security advisory Our hiring teams at 8am are dedicated to recruiting top talent that shares our passion for serving the professional services industry through innovative financial technology. Our Talent Acquisition Team uses only legitimate hiring practices; we communicate via 8am domain emails and never ask for sensitive data during the application process. All interviews take place over phone call, Zoom/Google Meet or in person. All offers are communicated verbally by our Talent Acquisition Specialists with a written offer letter as a follow‑up.
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