Software Engineer - Marketing Operations

The Role

We're seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our Marketing Operations team. In this role, you'll be the technical driving force behind our corporate website and related digital initiatives. You'll work at the intersection of technology and marketing, building and maintaining high-performance web applications that support our global brand and drive business results.

This position offers the opportunity to work with modern web technologies, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and make a tangible impact on how thousands of customers and prospects experience Safeguard Global online.

Key Responsibilities

Website Development & Maintenance

• Own the development and ongoing maintenance of the Safeguard Global corporate website
• Build and optimize headless CMS-based frontend applications using modern frameworks
• Implement new features and functionality to support marketing initiatives and business goals

Quality & Performance Standards

• Uphold the highest standards of code quality through thorough code reviews, comprehensive testing, and analysis of automated SEO and code scan tool reports
• Maintain exceptional Core Web Vitals metrics to ensure optimal technical SEO, ADA compliance, and webpage performance
• Continuously monitor and improve site performance, accessibility, and user experience

Stakeholder Support & Collaboration

• Provide technical support to CMS users, ensuring appropriate access levels and troubleshooting issues promptly
• Partner with business stakeholders to help publish content, implement changes, and resolve website issues
• Collaborate with the team and stakeholders on strategic initiatives that enhance platform quality, deliver customer value, and drive revenue

Technical Leadership & Standards

• Regularly engage with our Engineering department to align with organization-wide infrastructure and coding standards
• Stay informed about ongoing initiatives and enterprise-level changes that may impact our web platform
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection for marketing technology stack

Team Collaboration & Agile Practices

• Be an active agile team member, contributing to our Kanban workflow and continuous improvement practices
• Promote knowledge sharing through documentation, code reviews, and pair programming
• Help ensure no single team member becomes a bottleneck by building collective ownership of all platform areas

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Headless CMS Expertise: Strong hands-on experience building frontend applications with headless CMS architectures
• Strapi CMS: Working knowledge of Strapi and its integration patterns
• Astro Framework: Experience with Astro for building fast, content-focused websites
• Frontend Architecture: Solid understanding of modern frontend architecture patterns and best coding practices
• JavaScript/TypeScript: Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript
• Web Standards: Deep knowledge of SEO optimization, ADA/WCAG accessibility standards, and web performance optimization
• UI/UX Fundamentals: Common understanding of good UI/UX design principles and how they impact development decisions

Professional Skills

• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently
• Collaboration: Experience working effectively in cross-functional teams and with diverse stakeholders
• Agile Mindset: Familiarity with agile methodologies and iterative development practices

Nice to Have

• Experience with marketing automation platforms and analytics tools
• Knowledge of conversion rate optimization (CRO) principles
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience working in a global or distributed team environment
• Understanding of content marketing and digital marketing strategies

What We Offer

• Flexibility: Work in any way that helps you do your best work with our remote-first culture
• Impact: Your work will directly influence how thousands of customers experience our brand
• Growth: Opportunities to learn new technologies and expand your skills
• Community: Join a team that values caring, accountability, integrity, passion, and fun
• Global Perspective: Work with colleagues and support customers across 187 countries

About Safeguard Global

Back in 2008, Safeguard Global got its start as a global payroll processing company, growing the industry with our innovative payroll solution. We continued to expand, and in 2010, we pioneered the global EOR industry. Today, we enable global expansion without the risk for over 2,000 organizations across 187 countries, supported by 400+ experts worldwide.

At Safeguard Global, we're more than just a technology platform. We provide the support and expertise that only humans can offer — when it matters most. This is where AI meets actual intelligence™ (AI).

Our Values Guide How We Work

Caring - Act with honesty, respect, and empathy toward our families, our clients, and each other.
Accountability - Commit to bold actions with determination and courage to see them through.
Integrity - Be truthful and purposeful, and choose what's right over what's easy.
Disrupt and empower - Have the courage to go places and do things others have not.
Passion and talent - Hire those with talent and passion, and success will follow.
Fun - Our love for laughter makes us a better company.

If you're excited about building exceptional web experiences, working with cutting-edge technologies, and being part of a company that values both human intelligence and technological innovation, we'd love to hear from you.

Human when it matters - Join us in enabling global expansion without the risk.