Software Engineer, US Remote

📋 Description

• • Join Flipturn, a pioneering company at the forefront of the electric vehicle (EV) revolution, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable transportation. As the world rapidly transitions to EVs, Flipturn is building the essential charging and energy platform to power this monumental shift. We are seeking talented Senior and Staff Software Engineers to contribute to our mission-driven team, working on products that have a tangible impact on real-world EV infrastructure.
• • At Flipturn, you will be instrumental in developing a climate sustainability-focused product. Your work will directly influence the deployment and operation of EV charging stations, contributing to a greener planet. You will collaborate with an exceptional team of highly skilled and motivated individuals, many of whom bring experience from leading tech companies like Stripe, Samsara, Google, and prestigious academic institutions such as MIT and UC Berkeley. This is an opportunity to learn from and grow alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.
• • We leverage modern technologies and best-in-class tools to build robust and scalable solutions. You'll have the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies such as TypeScript, GraphQL, and AWS, and utilize advanced development tools like Cursor and Claude to enhance productivity and innovation. Our commitment to building for the long term is underscored by significant backing from top-tier venture capital firms, CRV and Accel, evidenced by our recent $11M Series A funding and strong revenue growth, ensuring a stable and exciting future.
• • The EV and energy industry is experiencing unprecedented growth. By 2030, EVs are projected to constitute over 60% of global vehicle sales, necessitating the deployment of millions of charging stations annually. This represents an enormous market opportunity, and Flipturn is rapidly establishing itself as a leader in charging infrastructure across the US, Canada, and beyond. Our software currently manages critical aspects of EV charging, including private charging solutions for Fortune 500 fleets, public paid charging networks along highways and in parking lots, and semi-private charging for workplaces and multi-family dwellings.
• • Looking ahead, the next decade will witness significant advancements in EV adoption, building and industrial electrification, and the increasing energy demands of AI data centers. These trends will require innovative technologies to enhance grid stability. Flipturn is strategically positioned at the vanguard of this transformation, developing sophisticated load management algorithms, integrating with utility programs, and optimizing on-site battery and solar energy solutions.
• • In this role, you will be deeply involved in building major product features, directly engaging with customers to gather feedback, and significantly influencing the strategic vision of our EV charging platform. You will also play a crucial role in shaping the engineering culture as we navigate our rapid growth phase. The performance, user experience, speed, and reliability of our product are key differentiators and critical to Flipturn's success, making your contributions highly impactful.
• • Your responsibilities will span the entire software development lifecycle, from ideation and design to implementation and deployment. You will tackle complex technical challenges and contribute to projects such as:
• • Developing real-time monitoring tools that enable our customers to efficiently manage thousands of charging stations from a single, intuitive interface.
• • Building robust integrations with utility grids to dynamically manage the power output of large-scale EV charging sites, potentially supporting hundreds or even thousands of chargers.
• • Creating an industry-leading, multi-modal payment experience for EV charging, seamlessly combining in-person payment terminals, in-app payment options, subscription billing, and other innovative payment methods.
• • Designing and implementing scalable backend systems that handle high volumes of data and transactions, ensuring reliability and performance.
• • Collaborating with product managers and designers to translate user needs and business requirements into elegant technical solutions.
• • Contributing to architectural decisions and driving best practices in software development, code quality, and testing.
• • Mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• • Proactively identifying and addressing technical debt and performance bottlenecks to ensure the long-term health of our platform.
• • Staying abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve our product and processes.
• • We are looking for individuals who possess a strong foundation in software engineering, a passion for building impactful products, and a desire to contribute to a fast-paced, dynamic early-stage startup environment. Your expertise will be vital as we scale our operations and solidify our position as a leader in the EV energy sector.