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Software Engineering Lead at Promise | Washington, D.C.

PromiseWashington, D.C.
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

What You’ll DoLead by Example: Actively participate in development tasks alongside your team, gaining deep insights into our systems and processes. Strategic Vision: Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical goals and align engineering efforts with our mission to enhance public services. Team Development: Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within your team, encouraging professional growth and skill advancement.

About the job

At Promise, we are revolutionizing the way government agencies and utilities assist individuals facing financial hardships. Our innovative technology simplifies the process for residents to access benefits, connect with assistance programs, establish flexible payment plans, and remain accountable, while enabling agencies to enhance efficiency, recover revenue, and provide services with respect. Our mission is to transform public systems for the betterment of all, particularly the most vulnerable in society.

Our diverse team comprises experts from renowned organizations such as Palantir, Google, and Stripe, along with distinguished leaders from various government sectors. We are dedicated to our mission and are eager to welcome talented individuals to create groundbreaking, resilient technology.

With over $50 million in backing from prestigious investors, including Reid Hoffman, Howard Schultz, Michael Seibel, Y Combinator, and others, Promise has earned accolades such as Fast Company’s "World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2022," “Forbes Next Billion-Dollar Startups 2024,” and Y Combinator’s top GovTech startup.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic Engineering Lead to spearhead the technical vision and development of our Payment Plans platform, the backbone of our operations and a vital resource for families nationwide. This platform provides users with flexible, interest-free installment options, enabling them to avoid penalties while assisting utilities and governments in revenue recovery. You will play a pivotal role in creating a true win-win situation for all stakeholders involved.

In this leadership position, you will mentor a talented engineering team, scaling the platform to meet the increasing demands from cities, states, and utilities across the U. S. This role is ideal for someone who excels at the intersection of technology, leadership, and social impact, setting strategic direction, developing sustainable systems, and ensuring our initiatives align with Promise’s values of dignity and respect.

About Promise

Promise is a forward-thinking organization dedicated to modernizing the support systems for individuals facing financial challenges. Through innovative technology and a commitment to social justice, we are transforming public services to better serve the community.

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