At Webflow, we’re building the world’s leading AI-native Digital Experience Platform, and we’re doing it as a remote-first company built on trust, transparency, and a whole lot of creativity. This work takes grit, because we move fast, without ever sacrificing craft or quality. Our mission is to bring development superpowers to everyone. From entrepreneurs launching their first idea to global enterprises scaling their digital presence, we empower teams to design, launch, and optimize for the web without barriers. We believe the future of the web, and work, is more open, more creative, and more equitable. And we’re here to build it together.
We’re looking for a Staff Software Engineer, Developer Productivity to help us identify and advocate for strategic changes, and play a key role in shaping Webflow's architecture and guiding the company's future. The Staff Engineer is a seasoned expert with an exceptionally strong technical and functional background, consistently incorporating emerging technologies into engineering products and best practices. Recognized as a subject matter expert, they lead major Engineering projects and strategic initiatives, showcasing in-depth knowledge of industry trends and effectively communicating complex technical issues. This individual contributes significantly to long-term strategic business thinking and drives Engineering innovation.
About the role:
- Location: Remote-first (United States; BC & ON, Canada)
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Exempt
- The cash compensation for this role is tailored to align with the cost of labor in different geographic markets. We've structured the base pay ranges for this role into zones for our geographic markets, and the specific base pay within the range will be determined by the candidate’s geographic location, job-related experience, knowledge, qualifications, and skills.
- United States (all figures cited below are in USD and pertain to workers in the United States)
- Zone A: $212,500 - $255,000
- Zone B: $200,000 - $240,000
- Zone C: $186,700 - $224,000
- This role is also eligible to participate in Webflow's company-wide bonus program. Target amounts are a percentage of base salary and vary by career level. Payouts are based on company performance against established financial and operational goals.
- Please visit our Careers page for more information on which locations are included in each of our geographic pay zones. However, please confirm the zone for your specific location with your recruiter.
- Application Information:
- Application deadline: applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is closed and filled
- This posting is for a new position
- Reporting to the Senior Director, Developer Productivity
As a Staff Software Engineer, Developer Productivity, you’ll …
- Drive engineering innovation across the entire company
- Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies
- Spearhead research initiatives to explore new tools, frameworks, and methodologies
- Guide the approach and execution of a particular team or group of teams
- Dig deep into arbitrarily complex and critical problems and find an appropriate path forward until resolution
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements to architect, design and deliver high-quality solutions
- Conduct thorough architectural reviews to help guide and shape Webflow’s technology stack
- Be a model for engineering innovation in the industry working with partners, customers, and investors
- Mentor and coach other engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning
About you:
Requirements:
- BS / BA college degree or relevant experience
You’ll thrive as a Staff Software Engineer, Developer Productivity if: