SR Product Engineer

$160000 - $200000 per year | Chicago, IL | Remote | Permanent

Remote opportunity with real product ownership, AI-powered development, a small collaborative team, and bonus eligibility.

Jobot is partnering with an established services company that helps major organizations manage complex procurement and expense challenges. Our client is building a new platform to automate business processes and improve how internal teams review invoices, validate contracts, and support clients.

We’re seeking a Senior Product Engineer who can take a business problem from discovery through architecture, implementation, and delivery. You’ll collaborate directly with product, design, and internal users to understand what needs to be built and why.

AI development tools are central to the team’s workflow, with engineers owning architectural decisions, technical quality, and validation. The environment includes Ruby on Rails, component-based interfaces, and Railway hosting. Rails experience is preferred, with openness to engineers from Elixir or other full-stack backgrounds who demonstrate strong architectural thinking and an ability to learn.

• Influence the architecture and direction of a new platform.
• Collaborate with experienced technical leaders and a small engineering team.
• Use AI as a core part of development and help improve how the team builds software.
• See the direct impact of your work on users and business operations.
• Work remotely, with occasional company and team gatherings.
• Receive medical and dental benefits, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and sick time, and eligibility for a company-performance-based bonus.

Job Details:

Our company is a leading force in the tech services industry and we are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Product Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a hands-on role in the development, launch, and management of our innovative products. This is a permanent full-time position with an attractive benefits package. The role demands a strong background in API development and a deep understanding of modern technology trends.

With a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation, this role is perfect for a forward-thinking individual who is ready to make their mark in the tech industry.

Responsibilities:

• 1. Drive the entire product lifecycle, from conception and design, through to testing, launch, and post-launch product management.
• 2. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including design, marketing, and software engineering to deliver world-class products that align with our company's vision and goals.
• 3. Leverage your expertise in API development to create robust and scalable solutions that meet the needs of our diverse client base.
• 4. Stay ahead of the curve by constantly monitoring industry trends, advancements, and competitor products.
• 5. Demonstrate leadership by mentoring junior team members, fostering a positive work environment, and promoting a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• 6. Effectively communicate technical concepts and product ideas to non-technical stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• 7. Identify, track, and resolve technical issues in a timely manner to ensure the smooth operation of our products and services.
• 8. Contribute to the continuous improvement of our product engineering processes and practices.

Qualifications:

• 1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in product engineering, with a strong focus on API development.
• 3. Proven track record of managing all aspects of a successful product throughout its lifecycle.
• 4. Deep understanding of modern technology trends and the ability to leverage this knowledge to drive product innovation.
• 5. Exceptional project management and team leadership skills.
• 6. Strong problem-solving abilities, with a creative and analytical mindset.
• 7. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• 8. Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies is a plus.
• 9. Familiarity with cloud platforms, data analytics, machine learning, or other advanced technologies is highly desirable.

In conclusion, if you are a passionate, experienced, and innovative Product Engineer, this is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of technology and make a…