Staff Software Engineer
Bamboohr17 · Utah | Hybrid · Posted Jul 7, 2026
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Please Note: This is a Utah-based hybrid position which will require some regular in-office days each week. Additionally, employment with BambooHR is contingent on passing both a background and credit check.
AI at BambooHR
At BambooHR, we’re all about setting people free to do great work, and we believe AI is a powerful partner in that mission. We’re leaning into intelligent tools to streamline our workflows, giving us more time for high-impact innovation. We look for curious, forward-thinking people who are ready to explore how AI can elevate their work and help us reimagine the future of HR.
Essential Job Duties
We’re looking for a Staff Software Engineer to help build and scale BambooHR’s AI platform, powering the next generation of intelligent product experiences. This team creates the foundation for AI-first development across the company, including LLM orchestration, agent frameworks, and observability systems that enable other teams to confidently build and operate AI-driven features.
As part of this effort, you’ll lead initiatives that embed intelligence directly into the product—using customer context to surface signals, recommend next steps, and take action on behalf of users, with thoughtful human oversight for critical decisions. This work is central to our goal of becoming the #1 HR platform for small and medium businesses by building a product that doesn’t just support work, but actively helps do it.
You will:
Design and build core components of our AI platform, including LLM orchestration, agent workflows, and observability systems that enable teams to develop and operate AI-driven features with confidence
Lead the development of scalable, reliable systems that integrate seamlessly into BambooHR’s product ecosystem
Improve the platform by evolving our systems, tooling, and development practices as we learn what it takes to build and operate AI-powered software
Write code for back end processes and experiences, tooling, automation, and our industry-leading applications
Research technologies and engineer complete solutions to problems
Propose and implement performance optimizations and scaling strategies
Work with the rest of the team to integrate your projects into the application
Contribute to the ongoing improvement of our systems and processes
Mentor and guide engineers, raising the bar for technical quality and helping others navigate the complexities of building with AI
Understand and apply business needs to the technical solutions. Drive the best value for our customers and the company.
What You Need to Get the Job Done
10+ years of experience in web development
Service Development in a language like PHP, Python, Java, or C#, and a desire to work in Python
Object-Oriented development
MySQL - both SQL query language and database structure/design
Version control software, preferably Git
Experience writing and debugging CI / CD processes and tools
Experience with tooling such as Docker, Kubernetes to enable local development
Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, presentations, etc.
What Will Make Us REALLY Love You
Experience partnering with Product, Design, and Architecture
Strong stakeholder management and communication
Service-minded, platform-first mindset
Proven technical leadership and architectural impact
Experience with AI systems, LLMs, or agent frameworks
Proficiency in PHP, React, TypeScript, and Python
Experience building and scaling SaaS products
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
What You'll Love About Us
A Great Company Culture that has been recognized by multiple organizations like Inc , and Salt Lake Tribune
Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance
Generous leave policies that include 4 weeks of vacation, 12 company holidays, parental leave, and volunteer time off so you can enjoy quality of life
401k plans with up to 6% company match
$2000 Paid-Paid Vacation bonus
EAP through Headspace
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About Us
At BambooHR, we're building something different: we're building a people intelligence platform that transforms HR and sets people free to do great work! We're a proven market leader driving innovation while building lasting success through thoughtful, sustainable growth. Here, you'll find a place that champions growth: both professional and personal, both individual and collective.
We invest in potential, giving you the space to stretch your capabilities and turn good ideas into reality while providing the safety net of a supportive, values-driven culture. Our approach combines meaningful work with meaningful lives, offering competitive benefits, professional development, and the flexibility to thrive both in and outside the office.
What sets us apart isn't just what we do, but how we do it: with openness, integrity, and a shared commitment to doing the right thing. Join us in creating HR software that makes work better for everyone, while we …