Senior Software Engineer
$140,000–$160,000 year
Remote · New York City, New York, United States or US
Job Summary
Join Amplify as a Senior Software Engineer and contribute to building high-quality, scalable software solutions for a leading K–12 education platform. This role involves developing code for front-end components, mentoring junior engineers, driving technical decisions, and collaborating with product managers and designers to create user-friendly educational tools. Required qualifications include a BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent, 3+ years of software development experience, and expertise in modern front-end frameworks like React. Candidates should exhibit strong problem-solving skills and a passion for improving educational access.
Required Qualifications
- BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent degree or training
- 3+ years of professional software development experience
- Understanding of good software design and modern software engineering practices
- 2+ years experience with modern frontend frameworks (e.g. React)
- Understanding of modern backend web technologies
- Strong problem-solving ability and experience working within complex systems and large code bases
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative setting and engage in self-driven learning
- Ability to articulate technical concepts verbally and in writing
- A passion for working on education products and a desire to make them more equitable and accessible
Desired Qualifications
- Languages and frameworks: React, Typescript, Javascript, Node.JS, RESTful APIs
- Experience with modern data stores such as PostgreSQL and DynamoDB
- Experience in managing cloud-based infrastructure using tools like AWS AppSync, Lambdas, Datadog, Terraform, and Docker
- Proficiency in automated testing techniques, with experience in testing frameworks like Jest and WebdriverIO
- Experience in education or ed-tech
Additional Requirements
- Background check required
- Additional documentation such as proof of vaccination may be required
- E-Verify participant
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