<div><span>15Five is a strategic performance management platform that helps businesses and their people thrive by turning insights into action. It empowers HR leaders with data-driven recommendations, equips managers to drive change, and boosts engagement, performance, and retention. The platform combines generative AI, custom analytics, and human-centered design in one solution, offering 360° reviews, engagement surveys, goal and OKR tracking, manager coaching, and ongoing feedback tools like guided 1-on-1s and check-ins.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span>A career at 15Five is more than a job, it’s a culture of personal and professional growth. We’re a fully remote, high-purpose, high-performance team that values meaningful connections and celebrates diverse experiences.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span>Our software engineers work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, startup-like environment that prioritizes communication, trust, and delivering the highest value to our customers.  Engineers at 15Five don’t just write code — they are product-minded problem solvers who leverage data and AI to create intelligent, scalable solutions for HR leaders.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span>As we push the boundaries of what’s possible with data and AI, we value engineers who are energized by the unfamiliar — those who dive into new tech stacks, GenAI tools, and codebases with curiosity and resourcefulness, quickly acquiring the knowledge they need to make an impact while balancing speed of execution with thoughtful risk management.</span></div><div><br /></div><div>Note - the first step in our interview process is a short exercise.  If you are chosen to participate you will receive an email from one of our talent partners explaining what to expect.</div><h3>Develop high-quality software that delivers value to our customers</h3><ul><li>I write clean, and well-documented code - often leveraging AI-assisted tools (e.g. Copilot, Claude Code, Codex, Cursor) responsibly and effectively.</li><li>I write efficient and more performant code with support from more senior engineersI proactively explore and adopt new frameworks, tools, and patterns when they provide leverage for faster learning and better results.</li><li>I design and implement solutions that often integrate with AI and agentic workflows.I understand my respective business unit’s personas and their needs</li><li>I cover my code with tests and deliver high-quality software</li></ul><h3>Active collaboration in a startup-paced environment</h3><ul><li>I collaborate closely with data scientists, product managers, designers, and cross-functional teammates to rapidly prototype, validate, and deliver AI-powered workflows and insights, ensuring business goals and user needs drive each decision.</li><li>I am an active member of my squad. My team is healthier and more effective because of my contributions.</li><li>I challenge assumptions with strong questions, provide actionable insights, and bring forward new technologies and AI-assisted solutions.</li></ul><h3>Technical growth</h3><ul><li>I proactively seek out opportunities to grow technically (e.g. system design, scalability, AI/LLM patterns).</li><li>I work with my manager to know which areas of growth are most needed by my team and focus my effort on improving those areas.</li></ul><h3>Ownership</h3><ul><li>I execute on defined tasks and contribute to solving problems with defined solutions, but also take initiative in ambiguous problem spaces.</li><li>I actively seek feedback from more experienced engineers.</li><li>I take ownership of my own learning and growth by seeking feedback from my manager and my peers.</li><li>I ask clarifying questions to ensure I fully understand a task, engage the right people across teams when necessary, and provide feedback where improvement can be made.</li></ul><h3>Communication</h3><ul><li>I communicate in a respectful manner, assume positive intent, and own my impact on others.</li><li>I write and speak clearly, with an emphasis on async communication in a remote-first environment.</li><li>I respond in a timely manner.</li><li>I listen to understand others and ask clarifying questions with curiosity, not judgment.</li><li>I share progress regularly and escalate blockers quickly.</li><li>I ask for help when needed, and learn from it.</li><li>I speak up when something isnt working or didnt go as planned and take accountability.  </li><li>I do this as soon as possible to avoid further escalation.</li><li>I follow through on my commitments and regularly share progress with my team.</li></ul><h3>Code/Craft</h3><ul><li>I can navigate a complex, data-rich codebase.</li><li>I’m able to effectively debug others’ code.</li><li>I participate in code reviews to ensure the quality of our code, and for my learning and growth.</li><li>I leverage AI-assisted code generation tools effectively but also go beyond them — ensuring my code is correct, secure, and performant.</li><li>My code is reliable and edge cases are well-considered.</li><li>I document and test my code where applicable.</li><li>I’m proficient with the basics of my language, but some advanced usage may still be unfamiliar.</li><li>I bring a spirit of curiosity and resilience when working with unfamiliar stacks, seeking out the resources I need to deliver impact quickly.</li></ul><h3>Architecture</h3><ul><li>I can follow and replicate existing patterns and approaches within the codebase</li></ul><h3>Teamwork</h3><ul><li>I follow through on my commitments and take responsibility for my work.</li><li>I work to build strong relationships with my teammates and manager.</li><li>I understand my teams objectives and goals and work to accomplish them.</li><li>I effectively participate in the core processes of my team, including recommending and implementing process improvements.</li><li>I reach out to the team when I see something happening that isn’t quite right.</li><li>I am able to give direct feedback to others on my team and avoid indirect criticism.</li><li>I collaborate and pair program within my team for my personal growth and the growth of others.</li></ul><h3>Desired Experience</h3><ul><li>2+ years of experience with web-based application development.</li><li>Experience with and eagerness to learn AI-assisted development tools and practices.</li><li>Familiarity with LLMs, data pipelines, or applied AI/ML concepts is a plus.</li><li>Experience/proficiency with fundamental front-end languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.</li><li>Experience/Proficiency with JavaScript frameworks, especially React.</li><li>Experience/familiarity with server-side languages such as Python, Ruby, Java, PHP, and .Net (Python is a plus)</li><li>Experience/familiarity with Python frameworks, especially Django</li><li>Familiarity with database technology such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB</li></ul><h3>Sample Week </h3><ul><li><b>Monday:</b> Begin the week with the all-hands Boost to hear company updates, join the squad stand-up, then review pull requests and leverage AI-assisted coding tools to write code for product features/bugs.</li><li><b>Tuesday:</b> Shadow fellow engineers as they create technical specifications with the squad, then research existing implementations to deepen your understanding of the code base and make improvements where needed.</li><li><b>Wednesday:</b> Join your squad for standup, later meet with your manager for a 1:1, spend time on a project pair programming with more senior engineers.</li><li><b>Thursday:</b> Join the weekly engineering ‘Techbytes’ to share and learn about new frameworks, AI techniques, or data-driven practices;  review pull requests, write code for product features and/or bugs, and write your 15Five check-in.</li><li><b>Friday:</b> Participate in the ‘First Fridays’ call to create connections through personal storytelling and guided conversation, join a planning session for the upcoming sprint, write product code, and take advantage of weekly ‘thrive’ time to invest back into yourself and build the skills that drive personal and company success. </li></ul><div><span>We offer amazing benefits that align with our values and culture:</span></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Your Health</b></div><div><span>Medical, dental, vision with 15Five cost subsidy</span></div><div><span>Employer paid Short-Term, Long-Term Disability, and Term LifeFamily planning support with enhanced medical plans and consultation programs</span></div><div><span>Inclusive Benefits Stipend</span></div><div><span>Access to mental health support via TalkSpace</span></div><div><span>Physical wellness online coaching </span></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Your Life</b></div><div><span>Flexible Time Off Program</span></div><div><span>Generous leave for new parents</span></div><div><span>Military leave</span></div><div><span>16 Paid Holidays</span></div><div><span>Sabbatical Program</span></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Your Future</b></div><div><span>401K with 4% Matching after 6 months</span></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Your Work Life</b></div><div><span>Remote work</span></div><div><span>Work with experts in leadership, culture, and personal development</span></div><div><span>Weekly Thrive Time</span></div><div><span>Reimbursement programs</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span>For more information see:</span></div><div><span>Our Mission, Vision, &amp; Values -</span><a href="https://www.15five.com/about">https://www.15five.com/about</a></div><div><span>Our People and Culture -</span><a href="https://www.15five.com/about/careers">https://www.15five.com/about/careers</a></div><div><span>Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, &amp; Belonging -</span><a href="https://www.15five.com/deib">https://www.15five.com/deib</a></div><div><span>Our Personal &amp; Professional Development Resources -</span><a href="https://www.15five.com/resources/content-library">https://www.15five.com/resources/content-library</a></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Reading over the role description and feeling like you don’t check every box? That’s okay; if you think you have what it takes but don’t necessarily meet all the criteria, please apply—you could be exactly who we are looking for!</b></div><div><br /></div><div><span>15Five follows equitable hiring practices. Our compensation programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented employees who are highly engaged, high performing, and have an exceptional impact on the business and our customers.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span>The base salary range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the role across all US locations. We benchmark all roles for compensation in ranges relative to the top half of the market of similar tech companies using up-to-date market data. Within the range, individual pay is determined by budget allocated for the role and additional factors, including job-related competencies and skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in US job postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. </span></div><div><br /></div><div><span>Note that base salary ranges are reviewed each year based on up-to-date market data, and team members who are performing are eligible for a merit increase, budget permitting. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.</span></div>

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