Senior Staff Software Engineer
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Salary$141k – $227k
LocationGreater Omaha Area; Lehi
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience15+ yrs
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedMar 24, 2026 · 7mo ago
Verified live1d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Mar 24, 2026
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Deep knowledge of modern JavaScript or TypeScript using NodeJS
Deep knowledge of the NodeJS ecosystem, including community idioms, popular packages, design patterns, documentation, internal workings and quirks
Understands React and related front-end libraries
Working understanding of the web platform and strong understanding of web browser capabilities in relation to back-end software
Knowledge of token-based AuthZ systems like OpenID-Connect and OAuth2
Knowledge of the role of cryptography and certificates in modern application development
Knowledge of the workings of computer networking, the OSI model, and the domain name system
Understanding of how to use CSS to style the front-end, including upcoming features and their adoption
Knowledge of troubleshooting and debugging in all applicable contexts (front-end, back-end, database, platform)
Advanced knowledge of relational database technology (SQL), including transactional and analytical schema design, indexing, with deep understanding of MySQL specifically
Comparative knowledge of other database technologies
Understanding of common data lake and data processing technologies
Expertise and ability to quickly and deeply understand Amazon Web Services (AWS) technologies such as: RDS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, SES, S3, API Gateway, CloudFront, EventBridge
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and how to effectively develop and create them
Day to day mastery of git for source control, as well as history and release management
Familiarity with SDLC processes and systems, with the ability to guide them and provide constructive feedback
Intrapersonal skills necessary for working in a team environment, including development of working relationships and professional networking
Wide understanding of various application architecture patterns
Knowledge of a variety of design patterns and development principles (like SOLID, DDD, CQRS)
Proficiency with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude, or similar) as an integrated part of daily coding workflows
Guides fellow team members in effective adoption and use of AI tools, raising the overall productivity floor of the team
Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 15 years of experience
Owns and manages relationships with stakeholders directly and works effectively with people at all levels in an organization
Skills
JavaScript
TypeScript
NodeJS
React
OpenID-Connect
OAuth2
CSS
MySQL
SQL
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
RDS
Lambda
SQS
SNS
SES
S3
API Gateway
CloudFront
EventBridge
CI/CD
git
SDLC
GitHub Copilot
Cursor
Claude
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability coverage
401(k)
Paid parental leave
Pet insurance
Student loan repayment
About this Opportunity:
As a Senior Staff Software Engineer, you will utilize your advanced professional expertise and experience to enhance and maintain the software products developed by Summit Wealth Systems. You will operate as an AI-native engineer, having fully integrated AI tools and workflows into how you think, build, and ship — treating AI as a core force multiplier rather than an optional add-on. As we continue to evolve and live our Orion values, we are looking for someone to grow with us.
For External Candidates:
Candidates must work in-office at one of the following locations for at least 3 days per week: Omaha, NE; Lehi, UT.
In this role, you’ll get to:
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Champion a culture of continuous learning and growth within the team, modeling curiosity and adaptability in the face of new challenges and technologies
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Develop and maintain high impact product features
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Create and design solutions for new features, subsystems, modules, systems or platforms that may be specific or cross-cutting in nature
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Guide fellow team members in the code review process
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Guide and provide clarity for fellow team members in delivering quality solutions
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Ensure application quality by testing integrated features as well as writing test automation where appropriate
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Ensure application safety by following secure coding best practices
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Troubleshoot, diagnose, and fix product defects
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Maintains a deep and intrinsic understanding of business use cases and objectives
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Actively maintain a self-paced learning regimen to feed professional curiosity, with particular attention to the rapidly evolving AI tooling and capabilities landscape
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Leverage AI tools and workflows throughout the development process — from ideation and architecture exploration to coding, debugging, testing, and code review — to accelerate delivery and improve quality
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Evaluate and introduce emerging AI-powered tools and practices to the team, helping establish shared standards for effective AI-assisted development
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Utilize source control to effectively manage delivery of work
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Understand and operate the full lifecycle of the software platform, from coding to delivery and observation in production
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Learn and adhere to team and company processes, standards, and procedures
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Actively develop and maintain working relationships with team and department members
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Participate in the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
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Maintain and nurture an opportunistic mindset — proactively identifying ways to improve processes, tools, and outcomes rather than waiting for direction
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Move fast while maintaining the company’s integrity and position in the marketplace
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Leads from the front lines in helping team to keep consistently delivering
We’re looking for talent who:
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Has deep knowledge of modern JavaScript or TypeScript using NodeJS
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Has deep knowledge of the NodeJS ecosystem, including community idioms, popular packages, design patterns, documentation, internal workings and quirks
•
Understands React and related front-end libraries to create rich user experiences, keeping an eye on the changing ecosystem for opportunities and challenges
•
Has a working understanding of the web platform, and a strong understanding of the capabilities of web browsers and their role in relation to back-end software
•
Has knowledge of token-based AuthZ systems like OpenID-Connect and OAuth2
•
Has knowledge of the role of cryptography and certificates in modern application development
•
Has knowledge of the workings of computer networking, the OSI model, and the domain name system
•
Has an understanding of how to use CSS to style the front-end, including upcoming features and their adoption
•
Has knowledge of troubleshooting and debugging in all applicable contexts (front-end, back-end, database, platform)
•
Has an advanced knowledge of relational database technology (SQL), including transactional and analytical schema design, indexing, with a deep understanding of MySQL specifically. Comparative knowledge of other database technologies
•
Has understanding of common data lake and data processing technologies
•
Has expertise and the ability to quickly and deeply understand Amazon Web Services (AWS) technologies such as: RDS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, SES, S3, API Gateway, CloudFront, EventBridge
•
Has knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and how to effectively develop and create them
•
Has day to day mastery of git for source control, as well as history and release management
•
Has familiarity with SDLC processes and systems, with the ability to guide them and provide constructive feedback
•
Has intrapersonal skills necessary for working in a team environment, including the development of working relationships and professional networking
•
Has wide understanding of various application architecture patterns
•
Has knowledge of a variety design patterns and development principles (like SOLID, DDD, CQRS)
•
Has proficiency with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude, or similar) as an integrated part of daily coding workflows — not as a novelty, but as a natural extension of how work gets done
•
Guides fellow team members in effective adoption and use of AI tools, raising the overall productivity floor of the team
•
Has a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
•
Has a minimum of 15 years of experience
•
Owns and manages relationships with stakeholders directly and works effectively with people at all levels in an organization
Salary Range:
$140,935.00 - $226,905.00
Benefits
The pay listed in this posting indicates the estimated pay at the time of this posting; however, may vary depending on geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, Orion offers a competitive benefits package which includes health, dental, vision, and disability coverage on day one, 401(k) plan with employer match, paid parental leave, pet benefits including pawternity leave and pet insurance, student loan repayment and more.
About Us
At Orion, we achieve our best work when we support one another, staying personally accountable to each other and the clients we serve. We create a welcoming environment where everyone is respected, valued, and heard. Our commitment to create raving fans ensures we consistently exceed client expectations. Thinking differently is in our DNA—we innovate always, push boundaries, and reject the status quo to deliver transformative outcomes. Together, we support one another and see it through to success, driving our collective achievements and those of our clients.