Senior Software Engineer

TLDR

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will drive technical innovation and lead the development of advanced AI products that enhance platform reliability and scalability.

A career that’s the whole package!

At Conga, we’ve built a community where our colleagues can thrive. Here you’ll find opportunities to innovate and support growth through individual and team development, all within an environment where every voice is heard.

Conga accelerates the customer’s journey to becoming a more connected and intelligent business. The Conga Advantage Platform is recognized worldwide for enhancing this journey, bringing together Configure, Price, Quote, Contract Lifecycle Management, and Document Automation capabilities on a single open platform. It integrates seamlessly with any ERP, CRM, and Cloud. Powered by a unified data model and purpose-built AI, Conga helps companies achieve a unique advantage—one built on seamless connection, actionable intelligence, and scalable growth.

Our approach is grounded in the Conga Way, a framework that reflects our values and drives everything from hiring to decision-making, as well as key programs including recognition. Created with direct input from our colleagues, the Conga Way forms the foundation of our vibrant culture. 

RoleSenior Software Engineer 
Reports to: Sr. Manager, Software Engineering 
Location: Houston, TX; Boston, MA; 

A quick snapshot
As a Senior Software Engineer at Conga, you will be a key contributor to the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI and generative AI-based products. You will drive technical innovation, lead complex projects, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and maintainable solutions. This role requires a strong background in software development, AI/ML techniques, and DevOps practices, along with the ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to strategic technical decisions.

Why it’s a big deal
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of Conga’s AI-powered product portfolio. You’ll lead the development of scalable, production-grade solutions that bring generative AI capabilities to life, while influencing architecture, engineering best practices, and delivery execution. Your work will directly impact product innovation, platform reliability, and the ability of our teams to build intelligent, high-performing solutions at scale.

Are you the person we’re looking for?  

Related experience.

At least 6 years of professional software development experience, including significant experience building AI/ML or generative AI applications. Demonstrated success developing scalable, production-grade software solutions and leading complex technical initiatives from design through deployment.

Technical Expertise:

  • Advanced proficiency in Python, FastAPI, PyTest, Celery, and other Python frameworks
  • Deep understanding of software design patterns, object-oriented programming, and concurrency
  • Strong experience with cloud technologies such as GCP, AWS, or Azure
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
  • Familiarity with CI/CD practices, version control systems such as GitHub, and work tracking tools such as JIRA
  • Knowledge of generative AI frameworks such as LangChain and LangGraph, along with MLOps and AI lifecycle management
  • Experience deploying and monitoring AI models in cloud environments
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; Master’s degree preferred

Education: bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceEngineering or equivalent 

Here’s what will give you an edge… 

  • Hands-on experience with advanced machine learning algorithms, including generative models, NLP, and transformers
  • Knowledge of industry-standard AI frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch
  • Experience with data preprocessing, model evaluation, and AI model optimization
  • Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, MSSQL, and PostgreSQL
  • Experience with analytics platforms such as BigQuery, Snowflake, or Tableau
  • Familiarity with messaging systems such as Kafka
  • Experience with test automation tools and CI/CD tooling, including Terraform and GitHub Actions
  • Advanced knowledge of GCP technologies such as Vertex AI, BigQuery, GKE, GCS, and Dataflow, particularly for deploying AI models at scale 

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and optimize high-quality code for complex software applications and systems, maintaining high standards of performance, scalability, and maintainability
  • Lead end-to-end development of generative AI solutions, from data collection and model training to deployment and optimization
  • Experiment with cutting-edge generative AI techniques to enhance product capabilities and performance
  • Take ownership of architecture and technical decisions for AI/ML projects
  • Mentor junior engineers, review code for adherence to best practices, and promote technical excellence across the team
  • Lead execution and delivery of features, managing project scope, timelines, and priorities in collaboration with product managers
  • Proactively identify and mitigate risks to support successful, on-time delivery
  • Contribute to architectural design and planning for new features, ensuring solutions are scalable, reliable, and maintainable
  • Conduct rigorous code reviews and provide actionable feedback that supports team growth and software quality
  • Design and implement robust test suites to ensure code quality and system reliability
  • Advocate for test automation and CI/CD pipelines to streamline testing and maintain service health
  • Monitor and maintain the health of deployed services using telemetry and performance indicators
  • Perform root cause analysis for incidents and drive preventive measures to improve system reliability
  • Operate in a DevOps model, taking end-to-end ownership of features and services in production
  • Create and maintain thorough documentation for code, processes, and technical decisions
  • Contribute to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement across the engineering organization

#LI-BR1

In the spirit of the Conga Way, we strive to design easy-to-understand compensation programs that are fair and free from any type of discrimination.  In keeping with this approach, we are committed to delivering competitive compensation and benefits packages to our colleagues worldwide and communicating transparently about the structure of our compensation programs.

Listed below is the U.S. base salary range for this full-time position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education, or training. In addition to base salary, Conganeers receive a variable incentive pay component, perks such as flexible work options, and a full range of benefits including medical and dental insurance. 

The posted salary ranges are for the expectations outlined in the job description.  We are often open to a wide variety of profiles and sometimes have flexibility within our organizational structure to adjust the role responsibilities up or down should we select a candidate that is less or more experienced than the posted job requirements.  In these occasional cases, we will communicate the revised salary range to the candidate during the selection process.

U.S base salary range:
$133,540$213,660 USD

Did we pique your interest?  

If this sounds like the kind of job you would love in the kind of environment where you would thrive, please click apply. We'd love to hear from you! 

Preferred Resume Format 

We accept resumes in any format, we suggest using PDF or plain text. These formats help ensure that your resume’s formatting remains intact, making it easier for our recruiters to review your application promptly. 

Don’t meet every requirement for the role? 

Studies have shown that women and members of ethnic minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Conga we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles.  

Additional Information

Conga is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We understand interviewing can be stressful for those with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to allow you to show us your best self, please let your recruiter know as soon as possible. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Conga is not open to third party solicitation or resumes for our posted FTE positions. Resumes received from third party agencies that are unsolicited will be considered complimentary.

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Conga builds the Advantage Platform, a powerful solution that integrates Configure, Price, Quote, Contract Lifecycle Management, and Document Automation into a single, cohesive platform. It's designed for businesses seeking to enhance their operational efficiency and connectivity, enabling them to become more intelligent and agile in today's competitive landscape.

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