Staff Engineer

Summary

Join our mission to help people learn as a Staff Software Engineer based in North America. This is a great opportunity to work with an amazing team and drive the technology of learning products and platforms.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of software engineering experience with a proven track record of working on complex systems
• In-depth knowledge of modern software engineering practices, design patterns, and architectures
• Strong expertise in two or more web or web services technology stacks and a growth mindset to learn new technology stacks to address the business problems at hand
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• A strong owner willing to roll up their sleeves. This role includes coding and reviewing the code of others

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical point of reference for the squad and broader engineering team, ensuring best practices and architectural standards are upheld
• Lead the design and architectural discussions, making pivotal decisions on technologies, frameworks, and design patterns
• Advocate for and ensure the delivery of high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code. Conduct regular code reviews and provide mentorship to team members
• Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, provide technical insights, and ensure the timely delivery of features
• Contribute to the engineering department's strategy and vision, bringing innovative ideas to improve our customer-facing experiences
• Address complex technical challenges, innovate solutions, and optimize existing systems for scalability and performance
• Mentor and develop team members, helping them to grow in their technical roles and careers

Benefits

• Competitive Salary plus Equity in the company
• Healthcare Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• 401k Company Matching Plan
• PTO and Company Holidays
• Remote work environment
• Maternity, Paternal, and Adoption Leave
• Free Learning Membership for you and your household (1-1 tutoring hours, unlimited use of on-demand services, and access to our online classes)