Software Engineer II

Writing code to solve business problems and handling tickets

• Utilize Ruby on Rails framework with a postgres database to complete feature development
• Write code proficiently in React, Javascript and CSSPerform deploys in a Heroku environment
• Demonstrate experience with backend development, design and implementation
• Demonstrate experience interacting with a database (relational, NoSQL, caching), feature implementation and optimization
• Ship and maintain reliable, scalable, efficient code
• Regularly troubleshoot and resolve production errors and identify root causes
• Develop mobile features for iOS and Android using React Native

Reviewing the work of teammates, collaborating with others

• Give actionable feedback to unblock peers and help your team deliver
• Contribute to discussions to influence the roadmap and product development of Home Chef tools
• Communicate and write code clearly while pair programming
• Communicate about the trade-offs of various technical approaches and solutions
• Regularly review the work of others on the team and provide directional feedback
• Participate in regular team meetings to help with product roadmap planning and team efficiency

Key Traits and Behaviors

Taking Ownership: We do whatever is necessary to get the job done - no job is too big or too small. We are willing to do any task at any level - and get our hands dirty (at a meal solutions company, sometimes we all have to do the dishes!). We work with speed, setting realistic but aggressive timelines. We do not allow a lack of perfection to get in the way of progress.

Pragmatic, Next-level Thinker: We explore new methodologies and strategies and are not constrained by conventional thinking or 'the way we have always done it'. We take calculated risks in order to learn and innovate with speed, or 'test and learn'. We pride ourselves on using data and insights to drive practical decisions in our fast-paced environment.

Humble Team Player: We work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues, always putting company and team needs ahead of personal achievement. We are open to different points of view when weighing a decision, pulling in different people to provide fresh and unique perspectives.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience shipping production code
• Have built and shipped major features in Ruby on Rails and/or React
• Must be comfortable working with version control such as GitHub
• Must be well-versed in at least one code editor (VS Code, Sublime, Vim, etc.)
• Must be comfortable working with tools like Slack and GSuite
• Must be willing to respond to on-call events when they occur.
• SQL knowledge is a plus, but not required
• Experience with Heroku a plus
• Experience with React Native a plus
• Up to one year of post-high school training such as in a business school, community college or vocational training
• This position requires 0% travel

Perks and benefits

• Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available
• Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time
• 401k program
• Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses

How We Work Together

• We are humble team players.
• We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.
• We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.
• We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.
• We take ownership.
• We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.

Be at Home at Home Chef

• We all show up authentically at Home Chef.
• Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives.
• You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.

• Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity.
• While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end.
• In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off.

• Illinois Pay Range $125,000—$140,000 USD
• To view the California Applicant Notice