Senior Software Engineer

Serving the People Who Serve the People

 

Granicus is driven by the excitement of building, implementing, and maintaining technology that is transforming the Govtech industry by bringing governments and its constituents together. We are on a mission to support our customers with meeting the needs of their communities and implementing our technology in ways that are equitable and inclusive. Granicus has consistently appeared on the GovTech 100 list over the past 5 years and has been recognized as the best companies to work on BuiltIn.

 

Over the last 25 years, we have served 5,500 federal, state, and local government agencies and more than 300 million citizen subscribers power an unmatched Subscriber Network that use our digital solutions to make the world a better place. With comprehensive cloud-based solutions for communications, government website design, meeting and agenda management software, records management, and digital services, Granicus empowers stronger relationships between government and residents across the U.S., U.K., Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. By simplifying interactions with residents, while disseminating critical information, Granicus brings governments closer to the people they serve—driving meaningful change for communities around the globe.

Want to know more? See more of what we do here.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and delivery of innovative software solutions. You’ll operate with a high level of autonomy, contribute to architectural decisions, and mentor junior team members. This role emphasizes technical leadership, strategic thinking, and delivering impactful solutions in a collaborative Agile environment.

• Architect and implement scalable, secure, and performant software systems.
• Lead development of complex features and components across the full stack.
• Guide and mentor junior and mid-level developers through code reviews and technical coaching.
• Drive architectural discussions and lead process improvements across teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QA, Product, DevOps) to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Champion Agile/Scrum practices and contribute to sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Optimize CI/CD pipelines and development workflows for efficiency and reliability.
• Actively explore and strategically integrate cutting-edge technologies, driving continuous innovation and maintaining our technological competitive edge.
• Ensure application security, performance optimization, and maintainability.

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Proven leadership in technical projects and mentoring teams.
• Advanced proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., C#, Visual Basis, JavaScript).
• Deep understanding of web development frameworks and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Expertise in SQL databases, data modeling, and query optimization.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, CI/CD environments, and DevOps practices.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and deliver high-quality solutions under tight deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous learning and innovation.
• Familarity with AI tools that support development (e.g. Github Copilot or similar)
• Candidates must be currently located and authorized to work in Puerto Rico.

Don’t have all the skills/experience mentioned above? At Granicus, we are trying to build diverse, inclusive teams. We do not have degree requirements for most of our roles. If you don’t meet every requirement above but are excited to learn more, we encourage you to apply. We might just be able to find another role that could be a perfect fit!

 

Security and Privacy Requirements

• Responsible for Granicus information security by appropriately preserving the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) of Granicus information assets in accordance with the company's information security program.
• Responsible for ensuring the data privacy of our employees and customers, their data, as well as taking all required privacy training in a timely manner, in accordance with company policies.

 

The Team

• We are a remote-first company with a globally distributed workforce across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, India, Armenia, Australia, and New Zealand.

 

The Culture

• At Granicus, we are building a transparent, inclusive, and safe space for everyone who wants to be
  a part of our journey.
• A few culture highlights include – Employee Resource Groups to encourage diverse voices
• Coffee with Mark sessions – Our employees get to interact with our CEO on very important and
  sometimes difficult issues ranging from mental health to work-life balance and current affairs.
• Microsoft Teams communities focused on wellness, art, furbabies, family, parenting, and more.
• We bring in special guests from time to time to discuss issues that impact our employee
  population
  
  

The Impact

• We are proud to serve dynamic organizations around the globe that use our digital solutions to make the world a better place — quite literally. We have so many powerful success stories that illustrate how our solutions are impacting the world. See more of our impact here.

At Granicus, we offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

Here’s what you can expect as a Puerto Rico-based team member:

Flexibility & Balance

• Flexible Time Off – Take the time you need to rest, recharge, and live your life.
  
• Company-Wide Wellbeing Days – Paid days off to unplug and focus on your mental health.
  
• Work From Home Reimbursement – Support a productive home office environment.

Health & Wellness

• Private health, vision, dental and life insurance – 100% Employer-Paid. Comprehensive coverage for you and your family.
  
• On-Demand Mental Health Support – Access to Headspace and other wellness tools.

Family & Future

• Pension Plan and Retirement options

Growth & Recognition

• Online Learning Platforms – Fuel your professional development.
  
• Competitive Salary & Bonuses – Your contributions are valued and rewarded.

Granicus is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants and employees will be considered for employment and advancement without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, age, genetic information, sexual or affectional orientation, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, military or veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.