Software Development Engineer, CLEAR

$180-220k

OTE

This range represents the combined base salary, annual bonus incentive, and new hire equity package (in Restricted Stock Units) for this position at CLEAR.

React

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

TypeScript

Python

Mid and Senior level

Austin

Secure identity company making experiences safer & easier

Be an early applicant

Secure identity company making experiences safer & easier

1001+ employees

B2CSecuritySaaSIdentityScience

Be an early applicant

$180-220k

OTE

This range represents the combined base salary, annual bonus incentive, and new hire equity package (in Restricted Stock Units) for this position at CLEAR.

React

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

TypeScript

Python

Mid and Senior level

Austin

1001+ employees

B2CSecuritySaaSIdentityScience

Company mission

To strengthen security and create frictionless experiences.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

3+ years of professional full-stack software engineering experience building production applications using technologies such as Python, React, and TypeScript
Strong technical fundamentals across distributed systems, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and modern software architecture
Experience building and operating cloud-native applications using AWS and technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, and CI/CD pipelines
A demonstrated history of owning complex, cross-functional projects and driving them from idea to production with a bias for action
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts and influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments, making thoughtful tradeoffs, and independently driving work forward
A collaborative mindset with a passion for partnering with others, continuously improving engineering practices, and building products that deliver measurable customer and business impact

What the job involves

We're looking for Fullstack Software Engineers to help build the next generation of CLEAR's identity platform. Beyond verifying identity, we're creating a secure, networked digital identity that enables seamless experiences across travel, enterprise, healthcare, financial services, and beyond
As a Software Engineer, you'll own complex technical problems from design through deployment, partnering closely with Product, Design, Security, and Operations to deliver reliable, scalable solutions. We're looking for engineers with a strong builder mindset who thrive in ambiguity, take ownership, and enjoy turning ideas into production systems
Level and team matching (open roles across the three pillars that make up Technology at CLEAR: Core Identity, CLEAR1, and CLEAR Travel) will occur towards the end of our interview process. Tech stack overview: Java / React / Typescript
Design, build, test, and deploy scalable full-stack applications that power CLEAR's identity platform
Own projects end-to-end from technical discovery and architecture through implementation, rollout, and operational support
Partner closely with Product, Design, Data, Security, and Operations to translate business problems into simple, scalable technical solutions
Drive engineering excellence by improving system reliability, performance, testing, observability, and developer experience
Contribute to architectural decisions and continuously improve the scalability, security, and maintainability of our platform
Partner with teammates through thoughtful code reviews, technical collaboration, and sharing engineering best practices

Application process

We keep a swift process with shorter timelines that make the best use of everyone’s time. Our process is usually completed in about 3 weeks. Here’s what you can expect:
Recruiter Call → Zoom Technical Screen → Onsite Panel Interviews → Final Manager Conversations → Offer

Our take

Waiting in a security line is something everybody could do without before a long flight – and this unpleasant scenario is what CLEAR allows its millions of members to avoid. The company creates a single touchless ID based on a user’s biometrics, such as their eyes and face, enabling quick identity verification and frictionless travel.

CLEAR continues to develop its product, and is now moving beyond airports into office buildings, restaurants, and stadiums. The technology has already been used by several sports and entertainment partners, including multiple NBA teams and in the Super Bowl.

The company went public on the NYSE in June 2021 following a strategic funding round of $100M, which is being invested into accelerating the company's growth whilst expanding its offerings. Its technology is now being used for age verification, virtual queuing, and checking in.

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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Led by a woman

Top investors

17% employee growth in 12 months

Glassdoor (3.1)

Trustpilot (1.1)

Company

Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)

Feb 2021

$100m

LATE VC

Apr 2017

$15m

LATE VC

Total funding: $135m

Company HQ

Chelsea, New York, NY

Leadership

Caryn Seidman Becker

(Co-Founder, CEO & Chairman)

Prior to CLEAR, they created the Arience Foundation and The Happy Elephant Foundation which support charter schools, cancer research, child wellness, and the New York City community. They sit on the Board of Directors of Mt. Sinai Children's Center and the Young Women's Leadership Network.

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