Staff Software Engineer - Remote

Overview

As a Staff Software Engineer at Academia.edu, you will lead the design, development, and testing of major software components and systems, contributing to innovative solutions that enhance academic research.

In Short

• Technical lead for designing, building, and testing major software components.
• Collaborate with Product and Design teams.
• Own team OKRs for timely, high-quality outcomes.
• Mentor multiple teams as a technical leader.
• Architect and build large-scale production-level code.
• Solve complex product development problems.
• Understand business objectives and processes.
• 7+ years of software development experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.

Requirements

• Good coding habits are essential.
• Knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
• Professional proficiency in Ruby, Python, or Node.js.
• Experience in a Unix/Linux environment.
• Experience as a technical team lead.
• Experience architecting and testing large-scale code.
• Understanding of database modeling and querying.
• Experience with web front-end coding (JavaScript, React.js).
• Must be willing to learn Ruby on Rails.
• Experience with REST API coding.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid healthcare coverage.
• 21 paid vacation days and unlimited sick days.
• Flexible work arrangements and schedules.
• Competitive salary and stock options.
• Mission-driven work environment.