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Staff Engineer - Partner Portal
Location:
Remote (Must be based anywhere near Guadalajara, Mexico City, Monterrey)
Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture.
While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.
Take your career to the next level at one of G2's Top 100 Software Companies. Explore our Product & Technology positions to see where you fit!
We are committed to building a world-class team by hiring top talent globally. To ensure compliance, we use an Employer of Record model. Our ideal candidates would be based in Guadalajara, Mexico City, Monterrey or the surrounding areas, with the right to work there, and be able to work within four hours of Eastern Standard Time.
Position Overview
The Staff Software Engineer drives technical excellence and innovation across our organization. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership, focusing on architecting scalable solutions while fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
Primary Responsibilities
The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
Core Responsibilities
Design and implement modular, well-architected systems that scale efficiently
Drive technical strategy and best practices across teams and departments
Architect solutions that consider both immediate needs and long-term implications
Identify and champion high-impact technical initiatives that drive business value
Own and deliver large-scale project features with high reliability and performance
Delegate effectively to accelerate project timelines and develop team capabilities
Prioritize and manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously
Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks and issues
Set and maintain high standards for code quality, performance, and observability
Lead code reviews and technical design discussions with constructive feedback
Identify and resolve quality issues in team members' code
Advocate for automation and process improvements
Growth & Development
Mentor and coach team members at all experience levels
Drive continuous team improvement through knowledge sharing and best practices
Build strong relationships with engineers across teams and departments
Foster an inclusive culture that encourages open discussion and collaboration
Gain alignment on technical strategy across teams and departments
Drive technical decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term goals
Build consensus through clear technical communication
Resolve conflicts constructively while maintaining positive team dynamics
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Minimum 8 years of software engineering experience
Proven track record of leading significant technical initiatives
Technical Skills:
Deep understanding of distributed systems and scalability patterns
Strong background in software architecture and system design
Experience with performance optimization and observability
Expertise in multiple programming and technologies
C#, Java, or a similar modern, object-oriented programming
Strong understanding of software development fundamentals
Experience with agile development methodologies
Physical requirements:
Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day
Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously
Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer.
Paylocity is committed to the full of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of , , , , , , , veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe makes us better.
We embrace and encourage our employees’ in , culture, , family or marital status, or expression, , , physical and mental ability, political affiliation, , or spiritual belief, , socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers.
We comply with federal and state laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact leavebenefits@paylocity.com. This email address is exclusively designated for such requests, aligning with federal and state laws. Please do not send resumes to this email address, as they will be removed.
#LIRemote
Requirements:
Staff Engineer - Partner Portal
Location:
Remote (Must be based anywhere near Guadalajara, Mexico City, Monterrey)
Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture.
While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.
Take your career to the next level at one of G2's Top 100 Software Companies. Explore our Product & Technology positions to see where you fit!
We are committed to building a world-class team by hiring top talent globally. To ensure compliance, we use an Employer of Record model. Our ideal candidates would be based in Guadalajara, Mexico City, Monterrey or the surrounding areas, with the right to work there, and be able to work within four hours of Eastern Standard Time.
Position Overview
The Staff Software Engineer drives technical excellence and innovation across our organization. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership, focusing on architecting scalable solutions while fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
Primary Responsibilities
The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
Core Responsibilities
Design and implement modular, well-architected systems that scale efficiently
Drive technical strategy and best practices across teams and departments
Architect solutions that consider both immediate needs and long-term implications
Identify and champion high-impact technical initiatives that drive business value
Own and deliver large-scale project features with high reliability and performance
Delegate effectively to accelerate project timelines and develop team capabilities
Prioritize and manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously
Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks and issues
Set and maintain high standards for code quality, performance, and observability
Lead code reviews and technical design discussions with constructive feedback
Identify and resolve quality issues in team members' code
Advocate for automation and process improvements
Growth & Development
Mentor and coach team members at all experience levels
Drive continuous team improvement through knowledge sharing and best practices
Build strong relationships with engineers across teams and departments
Foster an inclusive culture that encourages open discussion and collaboration
Gain alignment on technical strategy across teams and departments
Drive technical decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term goals
Build consensus through clear technical communication
Resolve conflicts constructively while maintaining positive team dynamics
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Minimum 8 years of software engineering experience
Proven track record of leading significant technical initiatives
Technical Skills:
Deep understanding of distributed systems and scalability patterns
Strong background in software architecture and system design
Experience with performance optimization and observability
Expertise in multiple programming and technologies
C#, Java, or a similar modern, object-oriented programming
Strong understanding of software development fundamentals
Experience with agile development methodologies
Physical requirements:
Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day
Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously
Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer.
Paylocity is committed to the full of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of , , , , , , , veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe makes us better.
We embrace and encourage our employees’ in , culture, , family or marital status, or expression, , , physical and mental ability, political affiliation, , or spiritual belief, , socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers.
We comply with federal and state laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact leavebenefits@paylocity.com. This email address is exclusively designated for such requests, aligning with federal and state laws. Please do not send resumes to this email address, as they will be removed.
#LIRemote
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