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Staff Software Engineer
Join Us at Pura—Reimagining Fragrance for the Future
At Pura, we believe life is better when it smells good. Fragrance has the unique power to transform spaces, elevate moods, and create lasting memories. But we know it can do even more. That's why we're pioneering the future of fragrance, combining cutting-edge smart home technology with premium, clean scents to create personalized, meaningful experiences in every home.
We're not just a fragrance company—we're on a mission to change the way people experience scent. At Pura, we are redefining fragrance as a critical element of design, on par with color, texture, sound, lighting, and furniture.
Why Join Pura?
Our journey began with two innovators, Richie Stapler and Bruno Lima, and their shared vision of revolutionizing how we experience fragrance. Since then, Pura has grown into a company that sells a fragrance every 3.7 seconds, partnering with iconic brands like Curio, Anthropologie, and Disney. We've been recognized as the Fastest Growing Company in Utah, and we are passionate about making scent a core part of life's most memorable moments.
Your Role at Pura:
We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join our Operational Excellence team, where you'll own the technical strategy and roadmap for Pura's end-to-end supply chain platform, spanning order management, inventory allocation, warehouse integration, and shipment tracking. This is a domain leadership role: you set the technical direction, define the architecture, and are ultimately accountable for the health and evolution of the systems within your domain.
You'll operate at the intersection of deep technical ownership and cross-functional influence, partnering closely with business stakeholders and executive leadership to translate business needs into sound technical decisions and technical tradeoffs into clear recommendations that non-engineers can act on. You'll work closely with a small, high-impact engineering team, raising the technical bar through design leadership, hands-on code, and mentorship.
This role is for someone who sees the technical and the business not as two separate worlds, but as the same problem viewed from different angles.
Qualifications:
- 10 years in backend engineering with a demonstrated track record of technical leadership across teams or domains
- Expert-level proficiency in Golang and/or other modern backend languages (Node, Python, etc.)
- Deep expertise designing and operating high-scale distributed systems; proven ability to solve complex, ambiguous problems
- Strong command of service-oriented architecture, API strategy, and event-driven architectures at scale
- Expert-level AWS (or comparable cloud) knowledge, including containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD, and infrastructure as code
- Deep expertise in relational database design and optimization (PostgreSQL preferred), caching (Redis, etc.), and data modeling for scale
- Proven track record establishing observability, monitoring, and operational excellence standards across engineering teams
- Exceptional communication skills; able to translate complex technical tradeoffs into clear recommendations for business and executive audiences
- Experience mentoring senior engineers and operating as a technical force multiplier
Nice to have:
- Experience architecting distributed order management systems (OMS) at scale
- Deep knowledge of supply chain or logistics systems and integrations (warehouse management, 3PLs, ERPs, inventory allocation)
- Experience with temporal data modeling and event sourcing patterns
- Background in e-commerce or consumer products
- Experience driving cross-functional platform migrations or re-architecture programs
Pura's Story
We're passionate about creating spaces that inspire, elevate, and transform everyday life. We believe scent is more than just a pleasant background—it's an integral part of Scent Design, transforming homes into meaningful, personalized spaces. Our smart home fragrance diffusers allow users to design their own scent experiences with premium, clean fragrances.
After 10 years of innovation, we've been recognized by Inc. and Utah Business as one of the best places to work, and we continue to push the boundaries of technology and fragrance. Join us in our pursuit of reimagining what's possible with scent design.
Pura's Culture
Our culture is built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, inclusivity, and being good humans. We believe in fostering an environment where creativity thrives, empowering each team member to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. Our commitment to sustainability and integrity drives our decisions, ensuring that we not only create exceptional products but also contribute positively to our community and the planet. We celebrate diversity and prioritize open communication, cultivating a supportive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and inspired to push boundaries. Together, we're not just building a brand—we're creating a movement that redefines the role of fragrance in our lives.
Join the Pura Team!
We're looking for individuals who believe in the power of fragrance and technology to transform lives. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic, fast-growing company at the forefront of an exciting industry, we'd love to hear from you.
Pura provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.