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[Remote] Staff Software Engineer

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-06-16

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The RealReal is the world’s largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods. They are looking for a highly experienced Staff Software Engineer to enhance and optimize their Sales & Retail platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to build robust technical solutions that support sales associates and improve customer experiences.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the architecture and development of software solutions, making strategic decisions that influence our technical direction
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to align technology development with business objectives, effectively communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Perform rigorous code reviews and advocate for best coding practices to ensure our products are efficient and maintainable
  • Provide guidance and support to junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and contributing to a culture of excellence
  • Research emerging technologies and trends in software engineering, identifying opportunities to enhance our projects and processes
  • Address complex technical challenges with innovative solutions, anticipating potential issues to ensure smooth project execution

Skills

  • At least 8 years of software development experience
  • Required experience with Java and Ruby
  • Proven experience with the development, scaling, and maintenance of distributed systems
  • Solid understanding of software engineering principles, architectural design, and agile development methodologies
  • Excellent analytical abilities and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to work independently on complex issues
  • Effective communication skills, capable of conveying complex ideas clearly and concisely
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • 8+ years of software development experience with a track record of successfully shipping consumer or business facing products
  • Experience with Elixir is a plus
  • Familiarity with Front-end JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue, etc.)
  • Familiarity with Gradle and Spring Boot
  • Familiarity with Python
  • Familiarity with AWS
  • Contributions to open-source projects or a strong GitHub portfolio

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 9 Paid Company Holidays
  • Flexible Time Off (With Manager Approval)
  • Depending on role, employees may also be eligible for a bonus program, incentive pay and benefits.

Company Overview

  • The RealReal is an online marketplace for authenticated and consigned luxury goods. It was founded in 2011, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.therealreal.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • The RealReal has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 5 in 2025, 10 in 2024, 10 in 2023, 14 in 2022, 8 in 2021, 6 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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