Staff Software Engineer (Full Stack)

Who you are

You have a strong background in full stack development, with expertise in modern web technologies. You enjoy solving complex technical challenges and have experience building scalable applications that meet user needs. Your familiarity with React, Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js, and GraphQL allows you to contribute effectively to both frontend and backend development. You are comfortable maintaining legacy systems while transitioning to new architectures, ensuring a smooth user experience throughout the process. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with product managers, designers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. You are committed to continuous improvement and value clear communication within your team.

Desirable

Experience with AWS is a plus, as it will help you leverage cloud services to enhance application performance and scalability. Familiarity with education technology or online learning platforms can provide valuable context for your work at StraighterLine, allowing you to better understand the needs of educators and learners.

What you'll do

As a Staff Full Stack Engineer at StraighterLine, you will play a crucial role in modernizing the platforms that power our training and certification systems. You will design and implement scalable services and applications using React, Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js, and GraphQL. Your work will directly impact the learning experiences of thousands of educators and students across the United States. You will collaborate with a small, high-impact engineering team, contributing to the development of new features while also maintaining and stabilizing existing legacy systems. You will participate in code reviews, ensuring that best practices are followed and that the codebase remains clean and maintainable. You will also engage in discussions about architecture and design, helping to shape the future of our technology stack. Your contributions will help us deliver high-quality, affordable online courses that empower learners to achieve their professional goals.

What we offer

At StraighterLine, we are dedicated to supporting your professional growth and development. You will have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a direct impact on education and career advancement for learners. We foster a culture of ownership and collaboration, where your ideas and contributions are valued. You will be part of a team that is committed to continuous improvement and innovation, working together to create the best possible learning experiences. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe that diverse perspectives lead to better solutions. Join us in our mission to help students succeed and make a difference in the world of education.