Senior Full Stack Software Engineer – Elixir

Fanatics

  • New York City, NY
  • $160,000-200,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 hours ago
Job Category: TechnologyJob Description:About Fanatics CollectiblesFanatics Collectibles is revolutionizing the collectibles industry. As the exclusive licensee for trading cards with the MLB, NFL, and NBA, we're redefining the collector's journey through innovative physical and digital experiences. From Fanatics Collect-a secure vaulting and trading platform-to Fanatics Live's interactive streaming marketplace, our platforms blend cutting-edge technology with fan passion.About the RoleWe are seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack) to join our Fanatics Collectibles tech team. As an engineer, you'll architect, build, and optimize end-to-end features across our collector-facing platforms. You will be responsible for solving complex problems, owning feature areas, and mentoring peers, while aligning your work to business outcomes and user needs.This is a high-impact, hands-on engineering role in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.Responsibilities
  • Design, build, and optimize scalable full stack solutions using modern web technologies.
  • Take ownership of one or more product domains-both backend and frontend-from design through deployment and monitoring.
  • Collaborate with Product, Design, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical deliverables.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team-level planning, architecture, and standards.
  • Write clean, maintainable, testable code with strong documentation.
  • Evaluate and integrate third-party APIs and vendor services, especially in commerce, payment, or identity domains.
  • Proactively identify areas of technical debt or scalability risks and drive improvement plans.
  • Partner with QA and DevOps to ensure high performance, secure, and reliable delivery of software.
  • Stay current with technology trends and advocate for thoughtful adoption within the team.
Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a demonstrated focus on full stack development.
  • Proficiency in at least one backend framework (e.g., Python/Django or Node.js) and one frontend framework (e.g., React).
  • Strong understanding of REST APIs, database design (SQL/NoSQL), and AWS cloud services.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, observability tools, and agile workflows.
  • Proven track record of owning and delivering complex projects with cross-functional impact.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in e-commerce, marketplaces, or fintech environments.
  • Knowledge of authentication, security best practices, and performance optimization.
  • Familiarity with GraphQL, event-driven architectures, or microservices.
  • Prior exposure to the collectibles or sports enthusiast space.
Code-Writing ContributionAs a Senior Engineer, you will be expected to actively contribute production-quality code across multiple layers of the stack. Your work should reflect maturity in architectural thinking, a commitment to maintainability and performance, and a growing ability to balance technical execution with business needs.Our CultureFanatics Collectibles thrives at the intersection of passion, grit, creativity, and community. We value engineers who are entrepreneurial, resilient in the face of ambiguity, and committed to creating unforgettable collector experiences.In NYC, the salary range for this position is $160,000-$200,000, which represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training.Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including @collectfanatics.com). For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at .About Us:Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.About the Team: Fanatics Collectibles is a new model and vision for the hobby, fundamentally changing the experience for current and future collectors, leagues, and players across many U.S. and international professional and college sports. The organization has long-term, exclusive rights to design, manufacture and distribute trading cards for several sports and entertainment properties, including MLB, MLBPA, the Premier League, MLS, UFC, Formula 1 as well as Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars, among others. In January 2022, Fanatics Collectibles announced the acquisition of Topps, establishing the preeminent licensed trading card brand as the cornerstone of Fanatics' trading cards and collectibles business, and jumpstarted its MLB and MLBPA rights to design, manufacture and distribute trading cards

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