We’re Patriot Software - a remote-first, product-led tech company on a mission to make accounting and payroll fast, simple, and affordable for millions of American businesses. With 175+ team members across the U.S. and a collaborative office hub in Canton, Ohio, we’re building software that empowers the backbone of the American economy.
What We Believe InCreating great products starts with creating an environment where people thrive. That means connection, clarity, growth, high trust, and a culture where ideas move quickly and quality matters.
Our team lives by six core values that guide how we work, build, and serve:
- Be Customer Obsessed: We start with our customers and work backward to deliver exceptional value.
- Lead With Speed: We move fast, take smart risks, and stay ahead by acting boldly.
- Don’t Cut Corners: We own our technologies and operations to deliver a high-quality, end-to-end experience.
- Create a Better Us: We simplify, automate, spend wisely, and continuously improve.
- Follow The Golden Rule: We treat others with respect, invite feedback, and commit even when we disagree.
- Grow, Be a Leader: We expect leadership at all levels and pursue excellence as a high-accountability, high-trust team.
If this sounds like a place where you’d thrive, keep reading—your next opportunity might be here.
- Job Title: Software Engineer II
- Job Status: Full Time
- Location: 100% remote
- Compensation: Salaried (Exempt)
- Position Type: Direct Hire / Note: This is not a contract role
- Pay Range: $90K - $105K based on experience
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a Software Engineer II at Patriot, you’ll build and enhance customer-facing web applications using clean, maintainable code. You’ll collaborate closely with engineers and product partners, take ownership of well-scoped features, and continue growing your full-stack skills in a modern, tested, and scalable environment. In this role, you’ll be responsible for:
- Implement and maintain well-scoped features in scalable web-based applications
- Collaborate with other engineers and cross-functional team members to deliver business value
- Participate in code reviews and technical discussions, learning from senior engineers
- Write clean, tested, and well-documented code
- Contribute to architecture and design discussions by asking good questions and sharing thoughtful input
- Support and follow development practices (e.g., CI/CD, testing, monitoring)
- Engage in continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the team
- Communicate progress, blockers, and risks in a timely and transparent way
- Support Patriots’ values through positive interactions with internal and external stakeholders
Please note: this is a sample of your responsibilities. You’ll need to adapt quickly as priorities evolve to support an exceptional customer experience.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 2–4 years of professional software development experience
- Professional experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (preferably Vue.js)
- Experience with .NET Core, C#, and Entity Framework
- Experience working with relational databases (especially Postgres) and building transactional systems
- Understanding of basic microservice concepts and cloud environments (e.g., AWS)
- Ability to write reliable, maintainable, and performant code
- Ability to work through requirements with support from senior engineers when needed
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Passion for continuous learning and improvement
- Consistent, reliable high-speed internet access
- Dedicated, quiet workspace free from distractions
Nice to have:
- Familiarity with financial technology or regulated industries
- Exposure to large-scale or high-transaction systems
Location & Commitments:
- Full-time, direct-hire, 100% remote role
- Open to candidates residing in and legally authorized to work in the United States
- Not open to applicants residing in: Alaska, California, Hawaii, Washington D.C.
- Core hours: 8 am–5 pm EST, Monday–Friday
- Some flexibility is required during busy seasons or critical “right-now” moments
Patriot is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability or sex.
More Reasons to Love PatriotGreat products start with great people—which is why we invest in our team so they can do their best work. In addition to a culture that encourages innovation and ownership, our full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive suite of benefits that help our team thrive inside and outside of work. Learn more about our opportunities and benefits on our Careers page.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
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Use of AI in the Hiring Process
Thank you for your interest in Patriot Software! To support a fair and efficient hiring process, we use AI-powered tools to assist with resume screening, note-taking, and interview insights. These tools help us evaluate candidates consistently and in compliance with EEOC and all applicable laws.
AI tools do not make hiring decisions—all decisions are made by our human hiring team. All applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and experience.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge the following:
AI Usage- AI may analyze an applicant's video, including facial expressions, as part of assessing position fit.
- AI tools may be used during interviews for note-taking, evaluating responses, and generating interview summaries.
- All interviews are conducted via video with cameras on to maintain compliance and security standards.
- Patriot is a camera-on company for all video interactions.
- If selected to interview, you may be asked to provide or have a photo captured.
- This photo is used only to verify that the same candidate is present throughout all interview stages.
- Photos are not shared externally, used for any other purpose, or stored after the interview process. They are securely disposed of once the process is complete.
- Any photos are used solely for candidate verification.
- Geolocation tools may be used only to verify your location and ensure interview integrity.
- All geolocation use is limited to security and compliance needs and follows all applicable privacy laws.
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