Senior Product-Minded App Developer

About The Role

ShowPhaze is looking for a product-minded App Developer to take ownership of and evolve our internal platform into a refined, scalable system. This role goes beyond writing code - you’ll be expected to understand the full scope of our business by working closely with every department, from finance to operations.

Our app is mission-critical. It powers scheduling, contractor communication, payroll, estimates, invoicing, and on-site workflows for large-scale event productions nationwide.

The foundation is solid. Now we need someone who can bring structure, clarity, and a cohesive user experience to what has historically been built in pieces.

What You’ll Work On

• Improve and unify the overall UX/UI across the platform
• Refactor and organize existing features into a more intentional system architecture
• Enhance core functionality:

• Scheduling and crew coordination
• Contractor communications (in-app chat, SMS, email notifications)
• Payroll workflows
• Estimates and invoicing
• QR code check-in systems
• Identify and eliminate friction points that slow down operations
• Collaborate with leadership to define product direction and roadmap
• Integrate AI-assisted workflows (including Claude) into development and operations
• Contribute to a “vibe coding” workflow—rapidly translating operational needs into functional product improvements
• Work alongside or coordinate with external developers when needed to maintain steady progress
  
  
Current State of the Product


• The platform is stable and has never experienced a full crash
• Issues do arise but are typically resolved quickly
• Feature set is robust, but the UX can be fragmented and inefficient
• Development has historically lacked a unified long-term plan
• We are actively shifting toward a more structured, product-driven approach with guidance from an advisor
  
  

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Core Experience

What We’re Looking For


• Professional Experience: Minimum 5+ years of proven experience in Backend Development (4+ years if demonstrating exceptional seniority in architectural design) and minimum 3+ years of proven experience in FrontEnd Development.
• Node.js Ecosystem: Expert proficiency in Node.js and Express, building APIs and integrating with 3rd party systems.
• React Ecosystem: Working experience in FE development (css/js/html) using React (NextJS is a plus).
• Database Management: Strong experience with NoSQL databases, specifically MongoDB and Mongoose ODM. Must be capable of query optimization and schema design for high-load environments.
• Infrastructure & Cloud: Deep understanding of AWS Services (S3 for storage, CloudFront for content delivery, EKS for orchestration, and SES/SNS for messaging).
• Performance Tooling: Proficiency with Redis for caching and session management.
• Legacy Management: Experience refactoring monolithic codebases, supporting API versioning, and replacing legacy libraries (e.g., migrating from Moment.js to modern alternatives).
  
  
Advanced Competencies (Nice To Have)


• Networking: Understanding of CDNs, cache control headers, and cloud-based networking.
• DevOps: Experience building and optimizing CI/CD pipelines.
• Security Mastery: Proven experience with application security (e.g. API authentication), managing CVEs, scheduling framework migrations, and setting up WAF/DDoS protections.
  
  
How You’ll Get Up To Speed

To be effective, you’ll need to understand how ShowPhaze operates at every level. That means:


• Spending time with operations, finance, and field workflows
• Observing how crews are scheduled, managed, and paid
• Identifying where the app helps—and where it slows things down
  
  
We don’t expect you to guess. We expect you to learn the system from the inside out.

Work Environment


• Fully remote role with flexibility
• Opportunity (and strong encouragement) to spend time onsite in Austin, Texas
  
  

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• Onsite experience includes:
• Direct collaboration with the core team
• Immersion in company workflows and culture
• Access to ShowPhaze HQ amenities:
• Cabins for lodging
• Swimming pool, fishing pond
• Access to a 600-acre recreational park (cycling, basketball, etc.)
• And yes—BBQ, breakfast tacos, and time on the water
  

Industry Context

ShowPhaze operates in the live event production space — a fast-paced, high-demand environment where timing and execution are critical.

• Spring and fall are peak seasons
• Expect periods of high intensity and deep focus
• The work you do directly impacts real-time operations in the field
  
  

Why This Role Matters

This position is central to the future of ShowPhaze. The platform you help shape will:

• Improve operational efficiency across the company
• Strengthen relationships with contractors and clients
• Serve as the foundation for a future SaaS product
  
  

You’ll be joining a small, highly dynamic team with the opportunity to build something meaningful — and see it used at scale in real-world environments.

If you’re someone who can bring order to complexity, improve systems with intention, and build for both usability and scale, this is a role worth stepping into.

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