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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer - Java - **Company:** Avalara Inc. - **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software as a Service, Code Coverage, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Node.Js, NoSQL, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Data Processing, ReactJS, Backend, Gitlab, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Terraform, Docker - **Published:** November 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/pyw0mvbh3k ## About the Role * Must have: * Strong English communication skills (written and spoken) for global collaboration. * 4 years of bachelor's degree or master's degree in computer science or equivalent Engineering. * 5+ years of professional software engineering experience aligned to senior-level scope. * Strong hands-on experience with Java building scalable APIs and services. Any additonal experience with Python or Node or .NET (C#) is desirable. * Flexible to switch between Technology. * Experience with AWS cloud environments. * Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform). * Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab). * Experience with Docker and Kubernetes in production environments. * Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases. * Strong knowledge of automated testing strategies. * Demonstrated hands-on AI usage that improved measurable business or engineering outcomes. * Nice to have: * Strong experience with React (TypeScript) building maintainable frontend applications will have advantages. * Experience designing and operating distributed systems and RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs. Preferred Experience * Experience in SaaS or enterprise-scale platforms. * Experience in compliance, financial systems, or regulated domains. * Experience leading cross-team technical initiatives. Bar Raiser Expectations ## Description This Senior Software Engineer will: * Increase engineering velocity through structured AI-assisted development and automation. * Improve platform reliability, observability, and scalability across distributed systems. * Deliver AI-enabled product capabilities that improve customer efficiency and insight. * Raise team performance standards through technical leadership, mentoring, and strong ownership. * Contribute to a culture of Bar Raisers who improve talent density and execution quality. This role improves not only output, but how work gets done , embedding AI into development workflows and strengthening architectural discipline. Responsibilities What Your Responsibilities Will Be * Deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing backend and frontend systems that support Avalara's global compliance platform. * Increase development efficiency by embedding AI-assisted coding, testing, documentation, and architectural exploration into daily workflows. * Contribute to AI-enabled product features that enhance automation, data processing, and customer-facing intelligence. * Improve deployment frequency, code quality, and automated test coverage through CI/CD and engineering best practices. * Reduce production incidents and improve system observability through thoughtful architecture and proactive monitoring. * Lead technical design discussions and influence architectural decisions for complex distributed systems. * Raise the performance of the team through mentoring, peer feedback, and high standards of ownership and accountability. * Collaborate effectively with global engineering, product, and business stakeholders in English. 12-Month Success Signals Within The First 12 Months, This Engineer Will * Deliver multiple production-ready features, including at least two AI-enabled capabilities that improve customer or operational outcomes. * Increase engineering velocity through AI-assisted workflows and automation (measurable improvement in cycle time, test coverage, or deployment frequency). * Reduce production defects or incidents through improved architecture and observability. * Demonstrate Bar Raiser impact by mentoring engineers and elevating technical standards across the team. * Contribute to improved system scalability and reliability supporting global transaction growth., At Avalara, we hire only Bar Raisers , individuals who improve the average performance of the team. This Engineer Will * Hold high standards of ownership, quality, and accountability. * Improve the performance of peers through coaching, sharing and example. * Leave systems, processes, and documentation stronger than they found them. AI Expectations This role requires applied AI capability, not passive familiarity. The Successful Candidate Must * Demonstrate measurable impact from AI usage (e.g., reduced cycle time, increased automation, improved quality). * Apply AI responsibly and securely in both engineering workflows and product features. * Critically evaluate AI-generated outputs and implement governance-aware best practices. * Share AI techniques and elevate adoption across the team. * Bring new ideas to improve Product and Process using AI. Casual AI usage is insufficient. AI must materially improve outcomes. Avalara is an AI-first Company AI is embedded in our workflows, decision-making, and products. Success here requires embracing AI as an essential capability. * You'll bring experience using AI and AI-related technologies, ready to thrive here. * You'll apply AI every day to business challenges - improving efficiency, contributing solutions, and driving results for your team, our company, and our customers. * You'll grow with AI by staying curious about new trends and best practices, and by sharing what you learn so others can benefit too.