Job description
For over 20 years, Smartsheet has helped people and teams achieve–well, anything. From seamless work management to smart, scalable solutions, we’ve always worked with flow. We’re building tools that empower teams to automate the manual, uncover insights, and scale smarter. But more than that, we’re creating space– space to think big, take action, and unlock the kind of work that truly matters. Because when challenge meets purpose, and passion turns into progress, that’s magic at work, and it’s what we show up for everyday.
Smartsheet is looking for a visionary leader and hands-on builder, capable of working across teams to solve challenging problems, architecting cloud-native enterprise solutions for our customers.
You will work on our hardest problems, building high quality, architecturally sound systems that are aligned with our business needs. AI plays a big role at Smartsheet and you will be expected to lead initiatives to expand our AI portfolio, both internally and for our customers. Additionally, you will help establish technical standards and drive Smartsheet’s overall technical architecture, engineering practices, and engineering methodologies. The ideal candidate will be able to translate business goals into workable solutions, working across multiple teams, aligning and driving vision while delivering on today’s challenges, and work hands on with engineers while influencing upper management.
You will report to our Director, Engineering located in our Bellevue, WA office, or you may work remotely from anywhere in the US where Smartsheet is a registered employer.
You Will:
- Serve as a technical leader on our most demanding, cross-functional projects
- Functionally decompose complex problems into simple, straight-forward solutions
- Build enterprise grade scalable systems
- Solve challenging distributed systems problems and work with modern cloud infrastructure (AWS, Kubernetes)
- Influence technical direction of the group towards creating a comprehensive service-oriented architecture
- Guide and mentor team members regarding architecture and best practices
- Review, influence, and coach team on project designs
- Forge strong partnership with product management, UX, and other key areas of the business
- Drive the strategic integration of sophisticated AI capabilities into complex multi-system architectures, defining patterns and best practices, serving as a thought leader who identifies and leads AI initiatives to address technical challenges and improve productivity across groups.
You Have:
- 10+ years software development experience building highly scalable, highly available applications
- 10+ years of programming experience with full stack technologies such Java, Kotlin or TypeScript
- 2+ years of experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, etc.)
- Experience developing, documenting, and supporting REST APIs
- 1.5+ years experience designing, building, and maintaining AI-augmented features for enterprise SaaS products
- A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent practical experience.
- Legally eligible to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis
Current US Perks & Benefits:
- HSA, 100% employer-paid premiums, or Buy-up medical/vision and dental coverage options for full-time employees
- 401k Match to help you save for your future (50% of your contribution up to the first 6% of your eligible pay)
- Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity
- Flexible Time Away Program, plus Sick Time Off
- US employees are automatically covered under Smartsheet-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans
- US employees receive 12 paid holidays per year
- Up to 24 weeks of Parental Leave
- Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community
- Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to Udemy online courses
- Company Funded Perks, including a counseling membership, local retail discounts, and your own personal Smartsheet account
- Teleworking options from any registered location in the U.S. (role specific)
Smartsheet provides a competitive base salary range for roles that may be hired in different geographic areas we are licensed to operate our business from. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, level of professional, educational experience, skills, and specific candidate location. In addition, this role will be eligible for a market competitive incentive opportunity.
US Base Salary Pay Range
$200,000—$270,000 USD
Get to Know Us:
At Smartsheet, your ideas are heard, your potential is supported, and your contributions have real impact. You’ll have the freedom to explore, push boundaries, and grow beyond your role. We welcome diverse perspectives and nontraditional paths—because we know that impact comes from individuals who care deeply and challenge thoughtfully. When you’re doing work that stretches you, excites you, and connects you to something bigger, that’s magic at work. Let’s build what’s next, together.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Germany, Costa Rica, Japan, Bulgaria, and India. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
If there are preparations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.
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