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Software Engineer (CTO of Special Projects)

Speakeasy
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 5/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/25/2026

Company Description

Speakeasy is the operations and intelligence platform powering enterprises in live experiences and entertainment-hospitality. We support venues, festivals, event organizers, and experience-driven businesses, helping them streamline operations and allocate resources more effectively. We are dedicated to empowering our partners to operate at their best and win in a competitive industry.


Role Description

The Lead Software Engineer will effectively work as a CTO of new products built to strengthen the broader Speakeasy ecosystem. This is a highly demanding role and will include executive-level responsibilities as well as real ownership of new verticals built within Speakeasy. This is an incredibly time-intensive, productivity-oriented, and intellectually rewarding position with a very strong compensation package to reflect the role's critical nature.


Qualifications

  • Proven ability to build products from start-to-finish (prior startup-founder is a strong plus)
  • Strong proficiency in full-stack software development as well as a sense and taste for product
  • Ability to communicate clearly is a plus but we consider all types of personalities
  • 0-6 years of experience is preferred; project portfolio / experiences will be highest weighted factor
  • Total compensation: $450,000-to-$1,500,000 ($250,000-to-$325,000 cash equity/direct profit interest)

Salary : $250,000 - $325,000

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