Senior Full-Stack Engineer, Trust & Safety

Posted 24 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in New York, NY
Remote
160K-200K Annually
7+ Years Experience
Digital Media • Kids + Family • Mobile • Software • Sports
GameChanger is a SportsTech company that helps families elevate the next generation through youth sports.
The Role
Seeking a Senior Full-Stack Engineer to lead the design and development of tools and systems for user safety and data protection in the Trust & Safety team at GameChanger. Responsibilities include architecting scalable solutions, collaborating with engineering leaders and security experts, mentoring junior engineers, and driving initiatives to improve internal tools and processes. Requires 7+ years of full-stack development experience, deep expertise in React and NodeJS, and a strong background in security practices and compliance.
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About GameChanger:

 We believe in the life-changing impact youth sports have on and off the field because they encourage leadership, teamwork, responsibility, and confidence—important life lessons that have the power to propel our youth toward meaningful futures. We recognize that without coaches, parents, and volunteers, organized youth sports could not exist. By building the first and best place to experience the youth sports moments important to our community, we are helping families elevate the next generation through youth sports.

So if you love sports and their community-building potential, or building cool products is your sport, GameChanger is the team for you. We are a remote-first, dynamic tech company based in New York City, and we are solving some of the biggest challenges in youth sports today.

The Position: 

At GameChanger, our Trust & Safety team is dedicated to pioneering solutions that ensure a secure and trustworthy platform for our users. Our mission is to give parents and coaches the confidence that GC is the right platform for their team by implementing clear policies, building the right features, and fostering a culture of accountability and transparency across GameChanger. 

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who is passionate about building tools and systems that safeguard user data and enhance our trustworthiness. In this role, you will lead initiatives to develop and optimize critical tools and systems for the Trust & Safety team. Your expertise in both frontend and backend development will drive innovations that address complex security challenges and reinforce user confidence in our platform. You will report to the Trust & Safety Engineering Manager.

This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of our platform’s safety and security. You’ll be instrumental in developing innovative solutions that protect our users and build trust. You’ll work with a talented team and have the chance to drive impactful changes in a critical area of our business.

What You’ll Do:

  • Be a founding member of our Trust & Safety Team.

  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced tools and systems for user safety and data protection.

  • Architect and implement scalable and secure solutions for both frontend and backend components.

  • Collaborate with other engineering leaders, product managers, and security experts to define and prioritize security and trust-related features.

  • Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.

  • Conduct security audits and assessments, implementing best practices and emerging technologies to address potential vulnerabilities.

  • Drive initiatives to continuously improve our internal tools and processes, ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety and reliability.

  • Engineer robust software solutions with a strong emphasis on high-quality development standards, ensuring reliability, and maintainability.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

  • 7+ years of experience in full-stack development, with deep expertise in React and NodeJS technologies.

  • Extensive experience with security practices, compliance requirements, and data protection frameworks.

  • Proven ability to lead projects and mentor teams, with strong leadership and communication skills.

  • Experience with large-scale systems and high-security environments.

  • Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a strategic mindset.

Perks:

  • Work remotely throughout the US* or from our well-furnished, modern office in Manhattan, NY.

  • Unlimited vacation policy.

  • Paid volunteer opportunities.

  • WFH stipend - $500 annually to make your WFH situation comfortable.

  • Snack stipend - $60 monthly to have snacks shipped to your home office.

  • Full health benefits - medical, dental, vision, prescription, FSA/HRA., and coverage for family/dependents.

  • Life insurance - basic life, supplemental life, and dependent life.

  • Disability leave - short-term disability and long-term disability.

  • Retirement savings - 401K plan offered through Vanguard, with a company match.

  • Company paid access to a wellness platform to support mental, financial and physical wellbeing.

  • Generous parental leave.

  • DICK’S Sporting Goods Teammate Discount.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

The target salary range for this position is between $160,000 and $200,000. This is part of a total compensation package that includes incentive, equity, and benefits for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by several factors including experience, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. We constantly review all teammate pay to ensure a great compensation package that is fair and equal across the board.

*DICK'S Sporting Goods has company-wide practices to monitor and protect us from compliance and monetary implications as it pertains to employer state tax liabilities. Due to said guidelines put in place, we are unable to hire in AK, DE, HI, IA, LA, MS, MT, OK, and SC.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: All official recruitment communications from GameChanger will come from an email address ending in @gc.com. If you receive communication from any other domain, please be cautious, as it is likely fraudulent.

Compensation Range: $160K - $200K

Top Skills

Node.js
React

What the Team is Saying

Matt
Kyleigh
Brian
The Company
New York, NY
135 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2009

What We Do

We believe in the life-changing impact of youth sports because they encourage leadership, teamwork, responsibility, and confidence—important life lessons that have the power to propel our youth toward meaningful futures. We recognize that without coaches, parents, and volunteers, organized youth sports could not exist. By connecting kids and families through the medium of sports, we celebrate those dedicated heroes and make it our mission to cover every youth athlete like a pro by delivering live video streaming, scorekeeping, and team communication tools to over 550,000 youth sports teams.

Why Work With Us

We take pride in a culture of inclusion and collaboration. We are empowered to try new approaches and take ownership of the success. We have a vision and attract the talent to support it. We’re growing rapidly and we’re looking for people that want to learn and grow quickly with us. We value work-life balance.

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GameChanger Offices

Hybrid Workspace

Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Our hybrid policy allows employees to work however they work best. While we do have a home base in NYC, teammates are able to work remotely throughout the country, with minimal travel.

Typical time on-site: Not Specified
New York, NY

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