Build the Future with Us — EquipmentShare is Hiring a Staff Software Engineer
At EquipmentShare, we’re not just filling a role — we’re assembling the best team on the planet to build something that’s never been built before. We’re on a mission to transform an industry that’s been stuck in the past by empowering contractors and communities through innovative technology, real-time support, and a team that truly cares.
We’re hiring a Staff Software Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Columbia, MO, and we’re looking for someone who’s ready to grow with us, bring energy and drive to their work, and help us build the future of construction. This position is fully remote.
The Staff Software Engineer in the Cloud Ops team provides technical leadership in the design, development and operation of secure, reliable and scalable cloud infrastructure and shared platform services. The role leads complex initiatives across engineering teams, improving automation, observability, resilience and deployment processes while balancing performance, cost and business needs. Combining hands-on engineering with architectural direction, the Staff Engineer establishes engineering standards, mentors colleagues and drives improvements that enable teams to build, deploy and operate services effectively.
Primary Responsibilities
• Fully owns technical initiatives
• Champions and leads process and team success
• Goes out of their way to reduce complexity in code and process
• Is highly influential in standardizing practices
• Takes operational responsibility
• Participates in candidate interviews and technical evaluations
• Helps mentor new hires
Why EquipmentShare?
Because we do things differently — and we think you’ll feel it from day one. We’re a people-first company powered by cutting-edge technology. That means our proprietary T3 platform doesn’t just run our business — it also makes your job easier, safer, and more connected. Whether you’re behind the wheel, under the hood, leading a branch, or closing deals — tech supports you, and you drive us forward.
We’re a team of problem-solvers, go-getters, and builders. And we’re looking for teammates who take pride in doing meaningful work and want to be part of building something special.
Perks & Benefits
• Competitive compensation
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
• Generous PTO + paid holidays
• 401(k) + company match
• Gym membership stipend + wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)
• Company events and quarterly team activities
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year — give back to the community you call home
• Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities
About You
You want to be part of a team that’s not just changing an industry for the sake of change — we’re transforming it to make it safer, more secure, and more productive. You bring grit, heart, and humility to your work, and you’re excited about the opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
We’re looking for people who:
• See challenges as opportunities
• Embrace change and continuous improvement
• Bring energy, effort, and optimism every day
Skills & Qualifications
• A genuine desire to learn and to help others Significant, demonstrable experience with JavaScript and/or a structured programming language (Python, Java, C#, etc) Demonstrated and notable history of solving significant, complex technical problems Demonstrated solvings problems and delivering solutions which impact the engineering organization Applicable knowledge of agile development practices and principles Significant experience designing and implementing domain-level architectures Experience leveling-up other Engineers, providing mentorship Demonstrated history of learning Have a history of working with leadership and other architects to choose new technologies and promote culture/process Deep technical expertise in a business-critical area Performed serious research to evaluate and test options Understands implications (and trade-offs) of reliability, scalability, operational costs, ease of adoption by organization, recruiting, etc. Education and Experience: Graduated from a bootcamp, college, or even be self-taught 10+ years of experience Hands-on, working knowledge of one or more of the following: React/ReactNative, Python, PostgreSQL, AWS, kubernetes, serverless, streaming data, microservices & data lakes Experience owning cross-team shared infrastructure
A Workplace For All
At EquipmentShare, we believe the best solutions come from a team that reflects the world around us. Our initiative — A Workplace For All — is rooted in the belief that we must work together to solve some of the toughest problems in construction. That means attracting, developing, and retaining great people from all walks of life.
We value different backgrounds, talents, and perspectives. We want you to feel like you belong here — because you do.
EquipmentShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Employment is contingent on passing a background check. Additionally, some roles require passing a drug test, depending on the job responsibilities.