Life.Churchposted 19 days ago
Full-time • Senior
Edmond, OK

About the position

At YouVersion, we build technology that helps people around the world connect with God every day. As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll solve complex chapter-wide problems within the YouVersion Family of Apps—designing and implementing scalable, innovative systems that make a significant impact across multiple teams. You'll lead technical initiatives, establish best practices, mentor engineers at various levels, and drive solutions that create seamless digital experiences to bring Scripture to life. YouVersion was created by the local church in 2007 and remains a ministry of Life.Church today. At Life.Church, our mission is simple: to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. We believe technology is a powerful tool for spiritual growth, and we're committed to using it to help people engage with the Bible like never before. At our core, we know that seeking God daily has the power to transform lives. That's why everything we build is designed to encourage, challenge, and inspire people to take their next step in faith wherever they are.

Responsibilities

  • Own the Problem Space: Lead design and implementation for large-scale, chapter-wide technical solutions that impact multiple teams.
  • Influence Across Chapters: Set high standards for code quality, resilience, and scalability that influence solutions across multiple projects and teams.
  • Drive Best Practices: Establish and enforce coding standards, review complex technical work, and shape strategies for consistency.
  • Design System Architecture: Create scalable, maintainable software architectures that solve complex problems while planning for future needs.
  • Resolve Critical Issues: Diagnose and solve the most complex technical challenges across projects and teams.
  • Collaborate Strategically: Partner with engineering leadership, product managers, and designers to align technical strategies with business goals.
  • Mentor & Develop: Guide engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

Requirements

  • Strong proficiency in multiple programming languages with a proven track record of solving complex problems.
  • Ability to influence technical decisions across organizational boundaries and build consensus.
  • Experience designing scalable and robust software systems with long-term sustainability.
  • Capacity to balance immediate technical needs with long-term architectural goals.
  • Ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences and influence decision-making.
  • Passion for using technology to help people grow spiritually and connect with God.
  • See work as more than a job, but as a calling to serve others and advance God's Kingdom.
  • 7+ years of hands-on software engineering with a proven history of delivering impactful, high-quality solutions.
  • A degree in Computer Science or equivalent is required.
  • Passion for continuous learning and ability to adapt to different platforms.
  • Enthusiasm for building software that helps people engage with Scripture and grow in faith.

Benefits

  • Paid parental leave, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
  • Generous employer-paid leave for the use of vacation, sick time, and other qualifying reasons.
  • Innovative and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance that provides team members with useful resources and savings to navigate their holistic health.
  • Life insurance policy provided for all staff members at 2x annual salary at no cost. Additional life insurance coverage is available to purchase.
  • Short-Term and Long-Term disability is covered at 100% for full-time qualified staff members.
  • Comprehensive wellness and mental health benefits allow staff to proactively invest in their physical and emotional health.
  • Generous 401(k) retirement plan allowing a team member to have up to 12.5% contributed into their account in their first year.
  • $160 annually in development dollars for team members to invest in their professional growth.
  • Casual dress and work environment.
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