Backend Engineer

• We are a group of mixed frontend, backend, and full stack developers solving complex problems around learning outcomes and student mastery for a wide range of institution types across the globe.
• We’re building innovative web applications. By leveraging single-page application design, ES6, React/Redux, GraphQL, CSS3, and other cutting-edge technologies, we hope to bring the richness of native desktop and mobile apps to the web.
• We are cloud-native. For this job, that means bringing the fault-tolerant and high availability principles that power the cloud to deliver lightning-fast, ultra-reliable applications that delight our users.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a senior engineer or a tech lead working on low latency and highly scalable backend services, preferably in Ruby or Node.js.
• Experience in using AWS technologies including EC2, EKS, RDS, and more.
• Ability to solve complex problems requiring in-depth analysis.
• Capable communicators passionate about product development and user experience.
• A love of continual learning and exploration.
• Knowledge of, and adherence to coding best practices including a commitment to code quality with experience testing up and down the pyramid.
• BS or greater in Computer Science preferred (but definitely not required).

Benefits

• A fun, friendly, and helpful company culture
• Competitive compensation
• Restricted Stock Unit Program
• Private Medicover healthcare + cafeteria plan/SZEP card
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Wellness motivation through PandaFit
• An extra week off for the whole company every year
• Employee recognition program through Motivosity
• Goal-setting, proactive reviews, and internal training
• Employee assistance program