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Company Description

Givebutter is the most-loved nonprofit fundraising and CRM platform, empowering millions of changemakers to raise more, pay less, and give better. Nonprofits use Givebutter to replace multiple tools so they can launch fundraisers and events, use donation forms and donor management (CRM), send emails and text blasts—all in one place. Use of the Givebutter platform is completely free with a 100% transparent tip-or-fee model.
Givebutter has been certified as a Great Place to Work® in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024, and is the #1 rated nonprofit software company on G2 across multiple categories.
Our mission is to empower the changemaker in all of us. We believe giving should be fun, so you’ll want to do it again, and we also believe that work should be fun, so that you’ll have the greatest impact. We are excited to hear from talented people who want to work with other talented people in making the world a butter place—and have fun along the way. 
Givebutter is hiring a Team Lead to oversee our backend engineering team and execution. As a Team Lead, you will be directly responsible for delivering world-class software to our users, maturing our engineering practices, and growing & leading a team of skilled engineers. You will report directly to our CTO, Liran Cohen, and carry out our product vision while creating a scaleable engineering culture that breeds innovation. You will ensure we deliver excellent user experiences on time and retain top-notch security, design, and performance. You will cultivate a culture of high performers by creating systems that eliminate roadblocks, processes that incentivize excellence, and by being an expert in all things Laravel. We have already built a great foundation, powering hundreds of millions of donations to over 40k+ organizations, and you will take this impact much further.

Why join Givebutter's Engineering team?

• Code Democracy – Every engineer has a voice. We value diverse perspectives and foster an environment for open discussion on architecture and technical ideas.
• Autonomy & Focus – Our engineers enjoy flexibility with minimal meetings and uninterrupted time to dive deep into problem-solving.
• Seamless CI/CD – Our deployment pipelines are fully automated, enabling engineers to focus on creating impactful code rather than managing deployments.
• Mission-Driven Work – You’ll be part of a team that supports nonprofits, charities, and organizations making a real difference around the world.

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• A passion for leadership and the ability to scale engineering practices in a high-growth environment
• An execution mindset with a strong bias toward delivering and iterating
• A product-oriented approach with a keen eye for consistency and user impact
• Expertise in Laravel and a readiness to work alongside the team, leading by example in the codebase

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CTO to develop and execute the backend engineering strategy
• Lead, manage, and mentor backend developers and contractor resources
• Own system architecture, ensuring code quality, performance, reliability, and security standards are met
• Improve internal engineering workflows, continually refining best practices
• Champion code quality across the team and uphold a high standard for maintainable and scalable solutions

Requirements

• At least 2-3 years of experience managing a team of 5-7 engineers
• Proven experience in people management, mentorship, and clear communication
• Demonstrated success in hiring and developing remote engineering teams
• 5+ years of experience in building and deploying scalable production software, including managing system architecture with a focus on reliability, performance, and security
• Experience with Laravel or similar frameworks and deep knowledge of PHP
• Experience in a product-led growth environment is a strong plus

$170,000 - $185,000 a yearThere is also an annual bonus and an equity component.

Benefits

Remote Work: Work from anywhere in the United States.Health Insurance:We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance covered 100% for employees as well as HSA and FSA accounts.Mental Health:Givebutter health insurance plans come with access to a TalkSpace membership.401k: We offer access to a retirement planning account for all employees.Vacation and Holiday:Take up to 15 days of paid vacation time per year plus additional days per year with the company. We also take off all 10+ Federal Holidays and provide 2 floating holidays.Parental Leave:We offer 12 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and secondary caregivers.Home Office Stipend: Upgrade your home office with company-sponsored expenses including high-quality laptops, monitors, and modern technology.Charitable Giving:Employees are encouraged to donate up to $50/month to any verified nonprofit they wish to support on Givebutter.Professional Development:We offer learning and development reimbursement opportunities.Love What You Do: We are a mission-driven company serving the charitable sector. Feel good about the work you're doing and the company you work for.