# Software Engineer (Senior-Level) at Chestnut

- Company: Chestnut
- What the company does: Backed by Y Combinator and a16z.
- Company website: https://chestnutmortgage.com/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Senior
- Location: San Francisco
- Work setup: Remote
- Posted: 2025-07-30
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/chestnut/fbbb7601-3d31-48b4-8639-7530cd1afbd0
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/chestnut-software-engineer-senior-level/

## About the role

Lead the design and development of core systems - from Go microservices and event-driven workflows to React UIs and automation layers Partner cross-functionally to scope, prioritize, and deliver high-impact features that drive real business outcomes

## What they're looking for

- Have 5+ years of experience building and scaling production systems
- Thrive in early-stage environments and enjoy wearing many hats
- Write clean, maintainable code and care about craftsmanship
- Think in systems and design with an eye toward flexibility and resilience
- Take ownership, act with urgency, and bias toward progress over perfection
- Are energized by real-world complexity, data modeling, and automation

Tags: Engineering