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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Collectors Staff Software Engineer - **Company:** COLLECTORS L.L.C. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Code Review, Databases, Distributed Systems, Amazon DynamoDB, Intrusion Detection Systems, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Machine Learning, NoSQL, Release Management, Svelte, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Datadog, ReactJS, System Availability, Backend, Cloudformation, Vue.js, Event Driven Architecture, Api Design, Api Gateway, Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS), Terraform, Serverless Computing - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/job/staff-engineering-manager-set-registry/11025406?handler=ApplyRedirect ## About the Role * Experienced engineering manager or technical lead with a proven track record of delivering software projects and growing engineering teams * 10+ years of experience architecting systems (service-oriented, event-driven, distributed systems, cloud) as well as hands-on development experience in modern api development and scalable architectures * 5+ years of experience building solutions using AWS technologies such as: Lambda, SQS, SNS, EventBridge, API Gateway * Proficiency in Python * Experience using strongly typed languages (C#, Java, etc) is a plus * Strong fundamentals working with databases and data modeling, both relational (e.g. PostgreSQL) & NoSQL (e.g. DynamoDB) * Experience with IaC such as CDK/CloudFormation or TerraForm * Demonstrated ownership and understanding of large, real-time high availability systems * Deep technical background - comfortable guiding architecture discussions, code quality standards, and designing reliable, scalable systems * Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to promote collaboration across engineering, product, and business teams * Passion for mentoring and developing engineers, with a commitment to continuous learning and growth * Nice to have: Familiar with Agile/Scrum methodologies and client-side frameworks, such as Vue.js, React, or Svelte Collectors uses e-Verify to validate your ability to work legally in the United States. ## Description Our Collectors Experience team is enhancing an entirely virtual and digital Collectors ecosystem. We're delivering a unified, end-to-end experience across all our brands, from grading submissions to marketplace serving millions of collectors and investors worldwide. You'll lead and mentor our software engineering team and partner with product, design and cross-functional teams. We're looking for a Staff Software Engineering Manager to lead the team behind PSA Set Registry, PSA's flagship experience for collectors to organize, compete, and celebrate their PSA-graded collections. This is a highly visible, consumer-facing product at scale (hundreds of thousands of registered sets) with a deeply engaged user base of collectors who care about every card, ticket, and set they build on the platform. You'll report to the Director of Software Engineering. What You'll Do: * Drive the design, development, and delivery of high-quality software products, from concept to production release. Build public facing web and mobile apps used daily by a passionate global collector community-direct user impact, tangible feedback, real customer problems. * Partner with Product, Design, and cross-functional teams to develop clear business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. * Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, including architecture decisions, code reviews, and release management. * Lead and mentor teams of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. * Promote best practices in engineering, including continuous learning, agile methodologies, and high standards for code quality and documentation. * Troubleshoot complex issues in production applications and provide hands-on technical guidance when necessary. * Champion company policies and contribute to building a positive, engaging culture. * Identify opportunities for process improvement and help shape long-term technical strategy., U.S. residents: for disclosures relating to personal information we collect during the employment application and recruitment process, please see our Privacy Notice for U.S. Applicants., Consumer Web * eCommerce * Machine Learning * Software * Sports * Analytics Manage marketplace business operations and day-to-day functions while delivering strategic transformation projects. Build scalable systems to replace manual processes, establish operational rigor across teams, oversee billing and fulfillment programs for key accounts, and use AI to automate workflows. The role requires strong organization, analytical problem-solving, project management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Top Skills: AI, Collectors, Design, build, and operate backend services, APIs, data models, event-driven systems, serverless services, and frontend applications supporting grading operations. Own complex projects from concept through production, select appropriate architectures, troubleshoot issues, write technical documentation, mentor engineers, collaborate with Product and Operations, and participate in on-call support. Work across .NET, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Vue.js, cloud infrastructure, databases, integrations, and observability tooling. Top Skills: .NetAgile/ScrumApache KafkaApi GatewayAWSC#Ci/CdCloudFormationCloudwatchCSSDatadogDockerDynamoDBEcsHTMLJavaScriptKubernetesPostgresPytestPythonRest ApisSQL ServerTerraformTypescriptUnittestVue Collectors Senior Software Engineer Yesterday In-Office or Remote Senior level Senior level Consumer Web * eCommerce * Machine Learning * Software * Sports * Analytics Build and operate backend services, APIs, data models, event-driven pipelines, internal applications, and integrations supporting high-volume grading operations. Develop end-to-end features with JavaScript, TypeScript, and Vue.js; troubleshoot data, service, integration, and UI issues; contribute to system design, testing, observability, documentation, and on-call support. Collaborate with Product, Technology, and Operations teams to create scalable systems and improve engineering practices. Top Skills: .NetAgileAmazon EcsApache KafkaApi GatewayAWSC#Ci/CdClaudeCloudFormationCloudwatchCSSDatadogDockerDynamoDBHTMLJavaScriptKubernetesPostgresPytestPythonRest ApisScrumServerless ComputingSQL ServerTerraformTypescriptUnittestVue What you need to know about the Colorado Tech Scene With a business-friendly climate and research universities like CU Boulder and Colorado State, Colorado has made a name for itself as a startup ecosystem. The state boasts a skilled workforce and high quality of life thanks to its affordable housing, vibrant cultural scene and unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation. Colorado is also home to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, helping cement its status as a hub for renewable energy innovation. 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