[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)[![SeatGeek logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/72d8f3a6-221.jpeg)](https://jobicy.com/company/seatgeek.md)[SeatGeek](https://jobicy.com/company/seatgeek.md) # Senior Software Engineer Review the role, location requirements, compensation details, and application process before deciding whether this opportunity fits your next career move. [Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/seatgeek.md)ShareRemote from[USA](https://jobicy.com/job-region/usa.md)SalaryUSD 144k–209k / yrDepartment[Software Engineering](https://jobicy.com/categories/engineering.md)EmploymentFull TimeExperienceSeniorPublished29 Sep 2026Apply before29 Oct 2026Listing views59Application actions4Application toolkit ## Make your next move. Prepare your resume, explore your fit, and draft a cover letter for this opportunity. AI Summary ## The role, at a glance. SeatGeek is hiring a Senior Software Engineer for its R&D organization to build and operate high-scale ticketing and marketplace software. The role spans service-oriented backend systems, high-performance user interfaces, and production infrastructure in a containerized AWS environment. Engineers ship frequently, solve complex challenges such as high-traffic onsales, inventory tracking, venue maps, and event matching, and collaborate across disciplines. The stack includes Python, Go, C#/.NET, React/TypeScript, AWS, Kubernetes, Kafka, Flink, Airflow, and multiple data stores. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 5/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 5/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 4/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 4/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThis is a senior-level, production-focused engineering role involving complex distributed systems, high-traffic marketplace workloads, and frequent releases. Success requires strong technical judgment, performance problem-solving, product thinking, and cross-functional collaboration. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles. Estimated job medianMarket rate$176,500US market range$145k–$220k0$242k AI insightThe disclosed yearly base salary range is $144,000-$209,000 USD, with a midpoint of $176,500. This is competitive with the estimated US market range of $145,000-$220,000 annually for a senior software engineer working on scalable consumer-platform and distributed-systems products; equity and discretionary bonus may provide additional compensation. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. [Distributed systems](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Distributed%20systems.md)[Backend engineering](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Backend%20engineering.md)[Python](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Python.md)[Go](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Go.md)[React](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=React.md)[TypeScript](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=TypeScript.md)[AWS](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=AWS.md)[Kubernetes](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Kubernetes.md)[Kafka](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Kafka.md)[Performance optimization](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Performance%20optimization.md) Sample interview questionsDescribe a high-traffic system you designed or improved. What bottleneck did you identify, and what was the result?I would explain the workload, latency and reliability requirements, the measurements used to locate the bottleneck, and the chosen solution. A strong answer should include trade-offs, such as caching, asynchronous processing, database indexing, or horizontal scaling, plus measurable improvements in throughput, latency, or error rate. How would you prepare a ticketing platform for a sudden, high-demand onsale? I would begin with load modeling and capacity tests, then protect critical paths through rate limiting, queues, caching, graceful degradation, and observability. I would also define incident ownership, rollback procedures, and clear customer-facing behavior for waiting rooms, inventory consistency, and retries. Tell us about a time you balanced rapid delivery with code quality and operational reliability. I would describe how I scoped a safe incremental release, used automated testing and monitoring, and identified which technical debt needed immediate attention versus follow-up work. The answer should show ownership of both delivery outcomes and long-term maintainability. How do you approach evaluating an unfamiliar technology or framework for adoption? I would start with the problem rather than the tool, establish evaluation criteria such as reliability, security, maintainability, team expertise, cost, and integration risk, and run a limited proof of concept. I would document findings, involve relevant stakeholders, and recommend adoption only when benefits justify migration and operational costs. How do you mentor teammates while maintaining momentum in a fast-moving engineering organization? I use thoughtful code reviews, pairing, clear technical documentation, and context-sharing during planning and incident follow-ups. I tailor support to the teammate's experience level while keeping ownership with them, which builds capability without creating bottlenecks. Opportunity details ## About this role. ### SeatGeek believes live events are powerful experiences that unite humans. With our technological savvy and fan-first attitude we’re simplifying and modernizing the ticketing industry. SeatGeek is a technology innovator on a mission to disrupt the $300 billion ticketing industry. We have the product, vision, and team to make life better for performers, venues, and fans, and build a generational consumer brand in the process. All we’re missing is you. We are looking for Software Engineers with varying levels of experience to join SeatGeek’s R&D team. ### What you’ll do * Run a modern, containerized service-oriented architecture using industry-leading software development practices * Ship code to production many times a day * Solve complex performance problems, build a many-sided marketplace, empower a data-driven business and scale our software to support our booming business * Build performant, beautiful, inclusive user interfaces that delight our users and enhance our brand * Evaluate new technologies and improve our software stack to keep our technological edge * Leverage cutting-edge AI tools to bring ideas to life faster than ever while upholding SeatGeek’s technical and product standards; no token limits * Work across team and discipline boundaries to develop the best product in our industry ### What you have * Experience building business critical software in a fast-paced environment. We’ll be interested in hearing about what you’ve built and how * Experience solving complex technical challenges. SeatGeek engineers create custom solutions to unique ticketing problems, including high traffic onsales, interactive venue maps, inventory tracking, and event matching. We’ll be excited to hear about challenging problems you’ve solved * Passion for software craftsmanship and product. You have well-considered opinions about how software should work, and hold yourself and your code to a high standard * A product mindset. You think beyond the code, about user experience, business impact, and what makes a great product tick * Commitment to your teammates. You enjoy working with a diverse group of people with different experiences and take pride in mentoring and learning from others ### Our stack You do not need experience with any of these, but we thought you might be curious. What we care about is your experience, skills, and approach to problem solving. Tools can be learned. * Languages: Python (FastAPI), Go, C# (.NET Core), React+Typescript, Swift, Kotlin * Infrastructure: AWS, Kubernetes, ArgoCD, Datadog, Gitlab * Datastores: Aurora (Postgres), ElastiCache (Memcached), OpenSearch, DynamoDB * Streaming & workflows: Kafka, Flink, Airflow, Temporal ### Perks * Equity stake * Discretionary annual bonus * Flexible work environment, allowing you to work as many days a week in the office as you’d like or 100% remotely * A WFH stipend to support your home office setup * Unlimited PTO * Up to 16 weeks of fully-paid family leave * 401(k) matching * Student loan matching program * Health, vision, dental, and life insurance * Up to $25k towards family building, reproductive health services and Gender-affirming care * $500 per year for wellness expenses * Subscriptions to Headspace (meditation), Headspace Care (therapy), and One Medical * $360 per quarter to spend on tickets to live events * Annual subscription to Spotify, Apple Music, or Amazon music The salary range for this role is $144,000 – $209,000 USD. This role is equity eligible. In addition, you may receive a discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance. Actual compensation packages within that range are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location. SeatGeek is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. As an equal opportunities employer, we recognize that diversity is a positive attribute and we welcome the differences and benefits that a diverse culture brings. Come join us! 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