WHAT IS BLINQ?
🤝 The first interaction two people have is the bedrock of all strong business relationships. If you can make that experience special, you can start to build a great second interaction, and so on. Blinq is the tool to help people do that. We're building a platform that allows you to share a snapshot of who you are with anyone, anywhere via digital business cards, dynamic email signatures and virtual backgrounds. Join us on our mission to help the world connect.
(We will get to the fun perks part at the bottom, keep going!)
Let's dive into what makes Blinq an extraordinary product:
🚀 We're on an incredible growth trajectory, doubling our ARR every few months. Get ready to soar to new heights as we make waves in the industry!
😃 Our app is trusted and loved by employees at renowned companies like Patreon, Tesla, Uber, and Google. Rub shoulders with industry leaders and be part of the Blinq revolution.
🙌 Backed by Australia's top venture capitalists, Blackbird and Square Peg, we've brought together their investment prowess since Canva's seed round. It's a testament to our potential and the caliber of our vision.
❤️ With over 100K reviews and a stellar 4.9/5 star rating on the App Store, we've become one of the top 65 Business apps. Join a team that's making waves and be a part of our success story!
Role Overview:
We're on the search for Senior Software Engineers to join our team on an exciting journey in the heart of a scale-up environment, where innovation thrives. You will participate in leading projects, guiding junior team members, and driving continuous improvement. Our Senior Engineers play a pivotal role in the design, development, and implementation of high-quality, scalable, robust and maintainable software solutions. Here at Blinq, we take pride in fostering an ecosystem where cutting-edge technology isn't just a buzzword, and there's a steadfast commitment to robust system design. We foster a place where creativity thrives and where ideas are nurtured, all while prioritising the rollout of new features.
This is a hybrid role working from our Melbourne or Sydney locations.
Key Competencies:
Senior Engineers at Blinq are expected to embody the following competencies:
1. Technical Excellence:
- Demonstrate advanced proficiency and expertise within specialized technical domains.
- Boast a comprehensive understanding of programming languages, methodologies, and tools, utilizing this knowledge to autonomously tackle technical obstacles.
- Provide mentorship to junior colleagues, offering valuable technical direction and guiding them in terms of best practices.
2. Architecture & Systems:
- Act as a key player in system design talks, making significant contributions to architectural choices.
- Craft and execute intricate solutions to tackle complex issues that align with longer-term business goals.
- Take the lead in designing major system elements, ensuring they harmonize seamlessly with the broader system architecture.
3. Better on the Inside:
- Actively lead and drive improvements to internal workflows.
- Champion initiatives aimed at optimizing operations, swiftly identifying and rectifying bottlenecks.
- Introduce fresh strategies to elevate internal tools, methodologies, and workflows, showcasing a proactive stance towards refining internal systems and processes.
4. Leadership:
- Embody remarkable leadership attributes, and be passionate about up-skilling others from a technical standpoint.
- Spearhead initiatives, motivate team members, and actively foster a supportive, comfortable work environment.
- Showcase accountability, taking full ownership of tasks.
- Influence team dynamics and serve as an exemplary figure amongst colleagues.
5. Teamwork:
- Provide strong leadership within teams, serving as a mentor and guide to junior and mid-level engineers.
- Actively mentor and guide team members, cultivating an atmosphere of teamwork and knowledge exchange.
- Play a pivotal role in the team's successes, celebrate wins collectively, and foster an environment of open communication to tackle complex challenges collaboratively.
Now, let's talk about our inspiring work environment:
🇦🇺 Based in Melbourne, Australia, our vibrant team of 40 (and growing rapidly) is making waves in the industry.
🍺 Fun-fact: Our office overlooks the oldest building in Australia, an enchanting old Irish pub. Experience history and innovation coming together!
🎲 We believe in fostering a healthy work-life balance, board games, and top-notch stand-up desk workstations. It's all about creativity and collaboration.
🏡 Autonomy is our guiding principle, which is why we embrace hybrid work. Come in when you need to, or work at your optimal hours—whether that's burning the midnight oil or rising with the sun.
And here's what we offer:
😎As an early member of the Blinq family, you'll enjoy a one-of-a-kind chance to influence the company's direction in a dynamic, self-managed, and results-driven startup environment. Say goodbye to corporate nonsense and micro-management because here, you are your own boss. We believe in empowering our team members to unleash their full potential.
💸Equity in the business and a competitive salary: We value our team members and want to ensure they share in our success.
✨But here's the real magic: at Blinq, we're not just creating innovative solutions – we're creating a culture that thrives on transparency, autonomy, collaboration, and big ideas. We believe in celebrating individuality and encouraging out-of-the-box thinking. With us, you'll be inspired to push boundaries, drive innovation, and ultimately leave a lasting impact on our users on both B2C and B2B realms
🚨 If you do not check all the boxes above, that is okay - we enthusiastically encourage you to apply!
We welcome individuals at all experience levels and take pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. Join us on this remarkable journey as we reshape the way people connect and network
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Last updated on Sep 9, 2024