Senior Software Engineer - Sales Mode

About Aurora Solar

Aurora is on a mission to create a future of solar for all. Our award-winning software puts the power of data and technology into the hands of every solar professional to make solar adoption simple and predictable. Our software has designed millions of solar projects so far, empowering solar companies to sell, design, and install residential and commercial solar arrays accurately, seamlessly, and at scale. 

We’ve been named one of 'The Best Remote Companies To Work for in 2025' by BuiltIn.com and have been recognized for the second time as a Certified Green Business (CGB) with the city of San Francisco. We’re in this together to support the world’s transition to solar.

About the Team

We’re building the future of the solar sales experience. We own Aurora’s sales narrative platform and the financial integrations that help solar professionals present clear, customized, homeowner-first proposals. Our mission is simple and ambitious: empower our customers to communicate value with confidence and deliver financing options that fit real customer needs.

We’re a collaborative, inclusive group that believes shared knowledge fuels better outcomes. We celebrate progress, whether it’s launching a new feature, refining an existing flow, or leveling up a skill. If you thrive in an environment where thoughtful engineering meets meaningful impact, you’ll be right at home with us.

About the Role

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Sales Mode team, you’ll shape the systems that help move the clean-energy transition forward. You’ll strengthen our platform, contribute to new greenfield initiatives, and push for thoughtful, scalable solutions that unlock better experiences for solar professionals and homeowners alike.

We’re looking for someone who leads with curiosity, collaborates with intention, and cares deeply about building high-quality software that stands the test of scale. If you’re energized by meaningful challenges and motivated by real-world impact, this role is your opportunity to help accelerate solar adoption.

Your Impact

• Build new functionality for our industry-leading solar design and sales platform

• Design and maintain APIs that connect seamlessly with financial and sales partners, ensuring a smooth, reliable experience

• Develop scalable, secure services built for long-term performance

• Strengthen our agile processes and contribute to predictable, high-impact sprint outcomes

• Mentor teammates and elevate our engineering culture through shared learning and thoughtful collaboration

• Champion operational excellence by owning the services you build, including participation in the on-call rotation

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience building and shipping production software

• Proficiency in Ruby on Rails or Python, with exposure to the other or willingness to learn

• Strong SQL and Postgres fundamentals, including working comfortably with data models and performance

• Working knowledge of JavaScript or TypeScript and React

• Interest in working across the stack, including database, backend, and front end

• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

• Ability to thrive on a fully distributed team in a hybrid environment

Nice to Haves

• Experience with GraphQL

• Experience building and maintaining third-party API integrations

• Experience working in service-oriented architecture

• Passion for renewable energy and climate tech

What We Offer

• 🏖️Flexible PTO - Take the time when you need it

• 🍼Parental Leave - 16 weeks with 100% base salary + gradual return to work

• 💰WFH Stipend - An initial $500 (Non-engineers) or $750 (Engineering roles)

• 🏢 Coworking Stipend - $300 / month if you prefer to be at a coworking facility near you

• ☀️Energize Fridays - Company-wide days to log off and recharge

• 📶Connectivity Stipend - Up to $100 / month towards internet or phone

• Learning & Development - $720 / annually to use towards professional development (You have to complete 90 days of employment to receive this stipend)

• 🩺Medical, Dental, and Vision - Premiums are 100% covered for Aurorans and 90% for dependents

• Please take a look at our 2025 U.S. Benefits Booklet for a deeper dive into our offerings

Where Aurorans are: Aurora currently has teams within the US, Canada, Mexico, and Germany with additional locations on the horizon. We’re united in our work to support the world’s transition to solar!

Compensation Philosophy

At Aurora Solar, we foster an exceptional work environment through inclusiveness and transparency. Our pay ranges are anchored to the median of the market for companies of our size and industry. Our pay for new hires is typically set at the start of the position's pay range. This allows for financial growth within the role as the employee builds experience and displays a track record of performance success at Aurora.

Our current base pay ranges in each zone are:

• Tier 1: San Francisco, CA - New York, NY: $156,200 - $211,400

• Tier 2: Seattle, Los Angeles, Washington DC, Boston, San Diego: $143,200 - $193,800

• Tier 3: All Other US Locations, including Colorado: $130,200 - $176,200

Aurora is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce of people who believe in and are passionate about creating a future of solar energy for all. We are an equal opportunity employer, we welcome and consider qualified applicants regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy status, veteran status, or any other differences. We encourage you to apply even if you believe that you do not meet all of the above criteria!

Aurora is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation that would better enable your success during the application or interview process, please complete this form.