Software Engineer | Various Levels

About Us:

Forage is building the modern payments stack that powers inclusive commerce. Our technology enables grocers, delivery platforms, and point-of-sale systems to seamlessly accept EBT payments both online and in-store. Beyond infrastructure, we’re helping SNAP EBT shoppers stretch their grocery budgets every week, making healthy food more affordable and accessible to the 42 million Americans on food assistance.​

Backed by leading fintech investors, Forage is a fast-growing startup with a clear vision and real-world impact, feeding tens of thousands of families daily. Our team is made up of kind, driven individuals who take ownership, move quickly, and collaborate closely. We value humility, curiosity, and a shared commitment to making a difference.​

We’re not just building payments infrastructure — we’re helping feed tens of thousands of families each day, and transforming grocery access for millions more. Watch our story and see why we do what we do.

The Role:

We're looking for Software Engineers who are passionate about building high-quality products that solve meaningful customer problems.

As a Software Engineer at Forage, you'll work across the product development lifecycle—from shaping requirements and designing technical solutions to implementing, testing, deploying, and iterating on features. You'll collaborate closely with Product, Design, Solutions Engineering, and fellow engineers to deliver reliable, scalable systems that directly impact our customers.

We hire engineers across multiple levels, from mid-level individual contributors to senior and staff-level technical leaders. The exact level will be determined through our interview process based on experience, technical expertise, and demonstrated impact.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Experience building and shipping production software in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including system design, testing, and debugging.
• Experience working with cloud infrastructure, ideally AWS.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively across engineering, product, and business teams.
• Passion for building products that deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Preferred Technical Experience:

Experience with some or all of the following:

• Python
• Django
• TypeScript
• React
• React Native
• HTML/CSS
• REST APIs
• Distributed systems
• AWS cloud services
• CI/CD and modern development practices

Leveling Expectations:

Intermediate Engineer (L2–L3)

• Independently delivers features and projects.
• Contributes to technical design discussions.
• Collaborates effectively across teams.

Senior Engineer (L4)

• Leads medium-to-large projects.
• Drives technical decision-making within their domain.
• Mentors other engineers and improves engineering practices.

Staff Engineer (L5)

• Owns cross-functional technical initiatives.
• Influences architecture and engineering strategy.
• Raises the effectiveness of the broader engineering organization through leadership and mentorship.

Our Offer:

This role is Hybrid in New York or San Francisco, we will consider remote within North America on a case-by-case basis. We define hybrid as 2-3 days in office.

Your base salary would fall within the bands below. Please keep in mind that the equity portion of your offer is not included in these numbers and represents a significant part of your total compensation.

• Expected salary range: $125,000 – $225,000 USD base salary, plus equity and benefits.
• Meaningful work that makes a positive impact on our society.
• 100% of Medical, Dental and Vision premium coverage for yourself and dependents. 
• Enjoy regular team lunches at our New York or San Francisco offices, fostering collaboration and connection over great food.
• A fun and caring environment that prioritizes transparency, growth, and ownership.
• A talented, high-achieving, and humble team with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries at our headquarters in San Francisco, California. Individual pay is determined by work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

We aim to review every application within 4 business days of submission and provide feedback on each of your interviews within 2 business days of completion. If you don't hear from us, please reach out to your recruiter or careers[at]joinforage[dot]com directly to get an update on your candidacy. 

Integrity & Fairness:  To maintain a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates, we require that interviews and exercises be completed without the use of AI-powered tools. We assess candidates based on their direct experience, judgment, and communication.

Please note:  We are not engaging with third-party recruiters or agencies for this role. We kindly ask that you refrain from contacting us regarding recruitment services. Fees will not be paid for unsolicited resumes sent to Forage. 

Please note:  Forage is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.