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Staff Software Engineer in USA new

  • CodePath
  • Full time
  • Email
  • Remote

Responsibilities

  • Architect and build web applications using Ruby on Rails, Sinatra/Padrino, and Django.
  • Make and own technical decisions involving infrastructure, data modeling, API design, and emerging technologies.
  • Set code quality standards through code reviews, architectural guidance, and constructive feedback.
  • Write automated tests covering real-world edge cases.
  • Identify performance bottlenecks and systemic issues before they cause outages.
  • Mentor engineers and raise the technical capability of the team.
  • Work directly with stakeholders to understand learner and staff needs, determine what to build, and lead execution.
  • Help evolve the platform through new Rails functionality, Sinatra-to-Rails migration, AI/ML integrations, and large-scale growth.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of software engineering experience, including at least 5 years with Ruby on Rails.
  • Familiarity with Claude Code or similar development tools and related best practices.
  • Strong systems-thinking orientation with attention to scalability, maintainability, and failure modes.
  • Strong PostgreSQL and database design skills, including complex queries, indexing strategies, and schema evolution.
  • Working familiarity with the full web stack, from infrastructure to CSS.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical decisions in a small, autonomous team environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Passion for education and desire to make a positive impact.
  • Experience with higher education or edtech is a plus.
  • Production experience with LLMs and generative AI is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Docker, Ansible, and/or Terraform is a plus.
  • Experience deploying on GCP is a plus.

Benefits

  • 100% remote position available to applicants in the United States, Europe, Canada, and LATAM.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 90% employer coverage for employees and dependents, plus healthcare reimbursement, FSAs, and an Employee Assistance Program.
  • 401(k), employer-paid life and disability insurance, and identity theft protection.
  • Generous paid time off, paid holidays, 10 weeks of fully paid parental leave, and annual company closure from December 24 through January 2.
  • $1,000 annual professional development stipend and home office setup support.
  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, plus pet wellness plans, legal services, insurance discounts, and marketplace savings.

Salary: $170k - $190k/yr

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