Amplify

Education

SeniorSoftwareEngineer

$130–150k United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Senior Software Engineer at Amplify. Skills: Authentication systems, Server-side development, Cloud deployment, Java. Shape and build scalable software solutions. Develop back-end systems”

What You'll Achieve.

Improved outcomes; Reliability requirements; Security requirements

Industry & Context.

Education
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving ability; Working within complex systems; Working within large code bases

Eligibility Requirements

Background check, Proof of vaccination, Enhanced background screening, Fingerprinting

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent degree or training, 3+ years of professional software development experience, Experience with authentication systems and identity protocols such as SAML and OIDC, Understanding of good software design and modern software engineering practices, Experience with server-side development, Experience with SQL database technologies, Experience deploying production systems in the cloud, Track record of problem-solving ability and working within complex systems and large code bases, Experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and engaging in self-directed learning, Ability to clearly articulate technical concepts verbally and in writing, A passion for working on education products and a desire to make them more equitable and accessible

Nice to Have

Experience with the languages and frameworks we use: Java, Python, Experience with modern data stores such as PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, Experience with modern frontend frameworks like React, Angular, Experience in managing cloud-based infrastructure using tools like AWS, Datadog, Terraform, and Docker, Experience in education or ed-tech

What You'll Do.

Shape and build scalable software solutions

Develop back-end systems

Review code from other engineers

Collaborate with DevOps

Ensure software meets needs

Participate in collaborative engineering culture

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with DevOps; Participate in a collaborative engineering culture; Code reviews; Learning sessions

Communication Scope

Clearly articulate technical concepts verbally and in writing

Process & Methodology

Lead high-impact projects

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