Staff Software Engineer Job at Life.Church (Edmond)

Staff Software Engineer

Life.Church

Location:
United States , Edmond

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Not provided

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Job Description:

At YouVersion, we build technology that helps people around the world connect with God every day. As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll solve complex chapter-wide problems within the YouVersion Family of Apps—designing and implementing scalable, innovative systems that make a significant impact across multiple teams. You'll lead technical initiatives, establish best practices, mentor engineers at various levels, and drive solutions that create seamless digital experiences to bring Scripture to life.

Job Responsibility:

Own the Problem Space: Lead design and implementation for large-scale, chapter-wide technical solutions that impact multiple teams
Influence Across Chapters: Set high standards for code quality, resilience, and scalability that influence solutions across multiple projects and teams
Drive Best Practices: Establish and enforce coding standards, review complex technical work, and shape strategies for consistency
Design System Architecture: Create scalable, maintainable software architectures that solve complex problems while planning for future needs
Resolve Critical Issues: Diagnose and solve the most complex technical challenges across projects and teams
Collaborate Strategically: Partner with engineering leadership, product managers, and designers to align technical strategies with business goals
Mentor & Develop: Guide engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning

Requirements:

7+ years of hands-on software engineering with a proven history of delivering impactful, high-quality solutions
A degree in Computer Science or related field is required
Strong proficiency in multiple programming languages with a proven track record of solving complex problems
Ability to influence technical decisions across organizational boundaries and build consensus
Experience designing scalable and robust software systems with long-term sustainability
Capacity to balance immediate technical needs with long-term architectural goals
Ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences and influence decision-making
Passion for using technology to help people grow spiritually and connect with God
See work as more than a job, but as a calling to serve others and advance God's Kingdom
Deep mastery of Python and/or Golang, with experience designing, implementing, and optimizing complex backend systems
Extensive experience with cloud platforms, including architecting distributed, cloud-native applications
Demonstrated ability to design and evolve large-scale systems focused on performance, scalability, and resilience
Lead the definition of best practices and frameworks for backend development across teams
Expert-level proficiency in Dart and the Flutter framework with a history of delivering high-quality Android applications
Strong understanding of Android platform internals, tools, and modern best practices
Provide guidance to Android developers and ensure high standards for code quality and performance
Design reusable components and frameworks that accelerate development across the organization
Mastery of Swift, UIKit, SwiftUI, and advanced iOS development patterns
Proven track record of building and scaling iOS applications with a focus on long-term maintainability
Set direction for iOS development practices and mentor other iOS engineers
Expert knowledge of iOS performance tuning and optimization techniques
Deep expertise in Next.js, React, and Node.js with extensive experience building and scaling web applications
Mastery of TypeScript and JavaScript, focused on building clean, maintainable codebases
Lead the development of web architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and responsiveness
Deep understanding of state management, rendering optimization, and modern web development patterns
Passion for continuous learning and ability to adapt to different platforms
Enthusiasm for building software that helps people engage with Scripture and grow in faith

What we offer:

Paid parental leave, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Generous employer-paid leave for the use of vacation, sick time, and other qualifying reasons
Innovative and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance that provides team members with useful resources and savings to navigate their holistic health
Life insurance policy provided for all staff members at 2x annual salary at no cost. Additional life insurance coverage is available to purchase
Short-Term and Long-Term disability is covered at 100% for full-time qualified staff members
Comprehensive wellness and mental health benefits allow staff to proactively invest in their physical and emotional health
Generous 401(k) retirement plan allowing a team member to have up to 12.5% (including employee contribution, employer match, and employer discretionary contribution) contributed into their account in their first year
$160 annually in development dollars for team members to invest in their professional growth
Casual dress and work environment

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 02, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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