The Staff Software Engineer for the API Platform at Stripe will lead a team focused on building reliable and performant services that support payment systems and other products. This role emphasizes the importance of service-oriented architecture and collaboration with various engineering teams. The engineer will drive technical vision and ensure that the software developed meets the needs of both Stripe and its customers. The position requires a strong background in infrastructure products and a commitment to fostering a collaborative work environment.

• 12+ years of technical experience
• 5+ years in a strategic technical leadership role
• Experience leading engineering teams working on API design or frameworks
• Hands-on experience building infrastructure and products for customers
• Proficient in at least one programming language such as Java, Ruby, Python, or Go

• Lead a team of engineers, providing mentorship and support for their success
• Partner with Engineering Managers to create roadmaps for engineering milestones
• Understand user needs to prioritize engineering work and deliver high-quality solutions
• Drive project execution, overseeing the development lifecycle from planning to delivery
• Provide hands-on technical leadership in architecture, design, and incident response processes