Remote (Global) Full-time

Amplify Education Inc. is hiring a Software Engineer

About the Role

Amplify Education Inc. is looking for a Software Engineer for our fully remote engineering team. You will build elegant and flexible systems for our learning platform, focusing on impactful tools for literacy assessments.

What You'll Do

  • Build high-quality, robust, and scalable software solutions for Amplify's learning platform.
  • Develop code across front-end and back-end components, including automated tests and related tooling.
  • Review code from other engineers on the team.
  • Collaborate with the DevOps team to develop, manage, and monitor deployment processes and infrastructure.
  • Ensure software meets the needs of all students and works reliably in real classrooms through proactive testing and monitoring.
  • Participate in a collaborative learning environment within Amplify Engineering, including reviewing code and participating in learning sessions.

What We're Looking For

  • BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent degree or training.
  • 2+ years of professional software development experience.
  • Understanding of good software design and modern software engineering practices.
  • Understanding of modern frontend and 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.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with web technology and our tech stack is a bonus but not required.

Technical Stack

  • Python, Javascript, RESTful and GraphQL APIs
  • PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, Snowflake
  • AWS AppSync, AWS Lambdas
  • Datadog, Terraform, Docker
  • Jest, WebdriverIO

Team & Environment

You will work in cross-functional teams alongside product managers, designers, data scientists, and education experts.

Benefits & Compensation

  • $120,000 - $129,000 base salary
  • 401(k) plan
  • Competitive health insurance and mental health options
  • Basic life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Access to best-in-class development programs

Work Mode

This is a fully remote position.

Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Required Skills
PythonJavascriptRESTful APIsGraphQL APIsPostgreSQLDynamoDBSnowflakeAWS AppSyncAWS LambdasDatadogTerraformAWSSoftware EngineeringSystem Design
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About company
Amplify Education Inc.

A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning. Today, Amplify serves more than 15 million students in all 50 states.

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Category fullstack
Posted 5 months ago