Lead Full Stack Engineer at Steer

**Who this is for** This role is for a seasoned, visionary software engineer looking to move beyond the constraints of "big tech" roles. It is designed for a te

Work type: remote

Location: United States (Remote)

Type: Full-time

Summary

**Who this is for** This role is for a seasoned, visionary software engineer looking to move beyond the constraints of "big tech" roles. It is designed for a technical leader who wants full ownership over a CRM platform serving the automotive repair industry, where they can act as an architect and key decision-maker in a high-growth environment. **Key highlights** You will lead the core platform team in scaling Steer’s CRM, focusing on architectural strategy, data ingestion, and infrastructure optimization. The company emphasizes an AI-first culture and provides the autonomy to drive product vision from inception to launch while maintaining high-velocity development standards. **You might be a good fit if you...** - Have 7+ years of professional experience building complex, web-based SaaS applications. - Possess a strong grasp of architectural design and the ability to build scalable, secure, and performant systems. - Are comfortable navigating a high-growth environment that requires shifting focus between new product features and core infrastructure. - Have a passion for utilizing modern DevOps practices, including CI/CD, containerization, and IaC, to improve development velocity.

Job Description

Steer offers a suite of software tools for today's automotive repair shop. We combine a mix of software tools that a repair shop needs to run a highly profitable shop, in one user-friendly, cost-effective platform. Through the Steer suite, we allow the shop owner to get back to focusing on what matters, and to stop worrying about marketing and customer retention.

Steer began as an online directory for drivers to find a local mechanic. Fast forward to today, Steer has launched a complete Customer Relationship Management (CRM) marketing suite, complete with text messaging, email automation, direct mail integration, reputation management, appointment reminders, declined/recommended services, and many other features. We are always innovating and we are proud to be a leader in the automotive repair industry. In August 2024 Steer acquired AutoOps - the leader in modern, intelligent, and fully integrated scheduling software for auto repair shops. AutoOps allows customers to smoothly schedule through a shop's website and Google Business Profile.

About the Role

We're growing our world-class engineering team to usher our CRM platform into the next generation of software — and we're looking for a visionary Lead Full Stack Engineer to join our Core Platform Team.

Most Lead roles at "Big Tech" companies involve maintaining a single microservice or acting as a small cog in a 100-person machine. At Steer, you aren't just a contributor; you are the architect of a platform aiming for 100% market dominance. This is a high-impact role for someone who doesn't just write great code, but who can see around corners, challenge conventions, and lead entire products from vision to launch.

Why Steer?

• True Ownership: You will lead massive products from start to finish within lean, high-velocity teams.

• Hyper-Growth & Vision: We are currently at a fraction of our total addressable market in the automotive industry. The potential for scale is massive, and you will be a leading developer shaping this space.

• Freedom to Innovate: You don’t need side projects to explore new techniques. We provide the autonomy and the platform to experiment with and implement the latest tech directly into our core product.

• AI-First Culture: We prioritize high-level problem-solving and AI/LLM expertise. We actively encourage the use of AI tools to accelerate coding across any language.

In this role, you will be instrumental in architecting and deploying robust, scalable, and secure applications that define the future of the auto repair industry. While our current stack includes .NET, React, and Node.js (TypeScript), specific experience with our stack is not a requirement—we value engineering fundamentals and the ability to solve complex problems above all else.

Location:100% Remote (US Only) Team: Core Platform

You Will:

• Technical Strategy & Ownership: Focus on the core components of the Steer CRM, specifically optimizing how we ingest and process data to revolutionize our automation tools.

• Architectural Vision: Lead the design of reusable full-stack components and services that ensure our platform remains performant as we scale toward market dominance.

• Adaptive Development: Pivot at a moment's notice based on evolving business needs, shifting focus between new integrations and core infrastructure to keep our ecosystem seamless.

• Customer-Centric Engineering: Partner closely with Product to understand user pain points, ensuring every architectural decision adds tangible value to the auto repair shops we serve.

• Code Excellence: Champion best practices in security, test automation, and maintainability. Conduct deep-dive code reviews that elevate the entire engineering organization.

• Modern DevOps: Influence our CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and IaC practices to ensure a seamless developer experience.

Must Have:

• 7+ years of professional experience building complex, web-based SaaS products.

• AI & LLM Integration: Hands-on experience working with LLMs and prompt engineering. You use AI to bridge gaps and accelerate development.

• Database Expertise: Proficiency with both relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) databases, including schema design and query optimization.

• The "Owner" Mindset: A track record of taking full accountability for projects and a passion for solving "impossible" problems in fast-paced environments.

• Exceptional Communication: The ability to translate complex technical concepts into product outcomes and collaborate effectively with leadership.

• Familiarity with our current stack: .NET, Node.js (TypeScript), and React.

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).

• Previous experience as a founding engineer or in an early-stage startup environment.

1.
Initial Screen — 30 min with Lead Recruiter

2.
Hiring Manager Interview — 60 min

3.
Technical Interview — 60 min with a Principal Engineer

4.
Collaborative Interview — 30 min with Sr. Staff Engineer and Team Manager

5.
Reference Checks

### We Offer:

• Equity Options: Own a piece of the company's success.

• 100% Remote: Work from anywhere in the US.

• 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance.

• Flexible PTO: With a 15-day minimum.

• FSA, HSA, and 401k options.

• Learning Stipend & WFH Equipment: Everything you need for a world-class home office and continuous growth.

• Innovative Culture: A seat at the table to influence the latest AI technology in a collaborative environment.

Here, you’ll find opportunities to expand your skills, take on career-shaping challenges, and contribute to the future of the auto repair industry, all while enjoying comprehensive benefits and flexible work arrangements to support your well-being.

Join Steer to be part of a forward-thinking, flexible, and collaborative culture where you are empowered to do meaningful and impactful work.

We value diversity and believe that forming teams in which everyone can be their authentic self is key to our success. We welcome applications from those with diverse backgrounds and industries.

Our hiring process looks beyond just credentials. The school you went to at 18 doesn't define your potential to thrive and enrich our culture. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we invite you to apply.

View this job on nocollar jobs