Job Application for Associate Software Engineer at EQL

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Come shape the future of commerce built for passion with us!

What’s commerce built for passion? It’s a fair question, especially since EQL is the first of its kind.

We're building commerce for brands that don't just have customers, they have fans. Where the passion that surrounds products is off the charts, but also means the experience has traditionally gone off the rails with lackluster experience—sites crashing, bad actors, empty carts. If you’ve ever tried to get your hands on a pair of Jordans, coveted handbags, Taylor Swift tickets, or a ticket to a footy final, you know what happens next.

Fans and bots rush the retailer’s site. The thing you thought you had in your cart disappears. You desperately click ‘next’, and after staring at a spinner for the longest time, you get forcibly logged out and end up back on the homepage. Five minutes later, you’ve got a pending charge on your credit card but nothing to show for it. Soon you’ll be turning to the resale market in desperation…

This is where EQL comes in. We’re on a mission to build the world’s first and fairest launch platform for both fans and retailers.

Our platform helps global brands and retailers maximize these high-intensity retail moments. We provide hype-scale infrastructure, bot and scammer detection and robust checkout management so that sites don’t crash, scammers are squeezed out, and REAL fans win. We do this using a bunch of extremely cool and innovative technologies, and we’re constantly iterating to improve the fan experience. We’ve raised capital from leading VCs and angel investors across the world who believe in our mission and who are as excited about solving this pain for our customers as we are.

Who we are

EQL is a place where people can thrive and bring their whole selves to work while solving some really cool challenges. It’s fun, it’s hard, it’s the bravest thing we’ve done, and we are looking for brilliant people to do it with us. We know that we’ll win by building a company of talented, curious people to help us tackle the gnarly hurdles we know are coming. Over the last 12 months we’ve already managed to find some of the best, brightest, and most importantly kindest out there and we want to continue that trend! If you think you might be one of these people, we’d love to have you on board.

We know that when applying for jobs, it is very common for people, particularly women or those from minority groups, to focus on their gaps and weaknesses, rather than their strengths. If you’re passionate about EQL’s mission but you don’t feel totally confident you meet all our selection criteria, we strongly encourage you to apply anyway.

What you’ll do

We're looking for an Associate Software Engineer to join our Launch team at EQL! In this role, you’ll collaborate with a supportive team to build systems behind some of the most exciting product releases in the world. You’ll contribute to systems using modern tools like React, Node.js, and AWS, gaining hands-on experience while growing your confidence. From shipping features to joining team rituals and design discussions, you’ll be encouraged to ask questions, share what you’re learning, and take ownership of your growth as you develop further in the Software Engineering craft—all in a collaborative, inclusive environment. We know there’s a lot that goes into a role like this, including;

Write clean, testable code with guidance, using technologies like Node.js, React, Next.js, and AWS (particularly serverless tools such as Lambda and DynamoDB)
Participate in agile ceremonies such as stand-ups and retros, sharing updates and asking questions to build your understanding
Take ownership of small, clearly defined tasks, breaking them down into manageable steps and asking for help when needed
Support production systems as part of the on-call rotation, learning how to investigate and respond to live issues
Learn how software design patterns and architecture decisions are applied by observing and contributing to team discussions
Assist in maintaining build pipelines and deployments, gaining familiarity with how code is released and monitored
Track and reflect on the impact of your code changes, and practice making small, safe improvements
Share what you’re learning through documentation or informal sessions to support your team and own growth
Participate in a collaborative, inclusive and psychologically safe team environment

Who we look for

We focus on hiring values-aligned people because we believe the right person can learn everything to be successful in their role. We know that self-belief plays a big part in what you apply for, so we encourage everyone to apply even if they feel nervous about doing so. We don’t require degrees for any roles and we won’t pass judgement on career gaps or changes!

We believe you’ll succeed in this role if you have:

You’ve had some exposure to software development in a commercial or project-based setting, and you're starting to build experience working with cloud-based applications
You’re a motivated learner who enjoys collaborating with others and approaching problems with curiosity, openness, and a growth mindset
You’re passionate about development and enjoy tackling problems — even when they’re tricky — with a creative and thoughtful approach
You have a foundational understanding of computer science concepts like data structures, algorithms and software design, and you’re eager to deepen that knowledge
You’re familiar with Agile ways of working and have some awareness of DevOps principles like CI/CD and automated testing
You’ve started applying clean code practices, writing basic tests, and documenting your work clearly
You care about building great products, and enjoy being part of a cross-functional team focused on creating real value for customers

What we offer

Fairness is not just something for our fans and retailers - it’s part of who we are which is why:

We provide equity in EQL - we want our team to have skin in the game and to be as invested as we are in EQL’s success. We want the people that will make EQL successful to share in that success
We provide competitive compensation and evaluate the market to ensure that remains true.
We provide a flexible work environment because we understand that everyone works differently and want to support our team to be their best
We provide generous time off above and beyond what we are required to because we know that well-rested people make better decisions and are more engaged - when you thrive we thrive
When you want to collaborate in person with other humans, we have a workplace that welcomes the whole team including their furry friends.

At EQL, diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to how we grow and operate our business. We’re building a diverse workforce that cultivates and supports all individuals. We believe a culture of equality creates a stronger work environment for all employees and that we are all accountable for encouraging and celebrating diverse voices. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability status, marital status, caring responsibilities, pregnancy status, religion, political opinion, national or social origin.

Associate Software Engineer

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