Remote Senior Software Engineer

Description:

• CodePath is a national non-profit focused on creating a diverse generation of software engineers, CTOs, and founders.
• The organization delivers industry-vetted courses and career support for Black, Latino/a, Indigenous, and low-income students.
• As of 2023, CodePath serves 10,000 students annually and aims to scale to ~100,000 students by 2028.
• Founded in 2017, CodePath has taught over 26,000 students across 110 universities.
• The organization is supported by major companies like Amazon, Google, and Meta.
• The Senior Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain web applications to enhance the educational experience for aspiring engineers.
• The role involves collaborating with a small team and stakeholders to understand student and staff needs.
• The engineer will have opportunities to work on projects using Ruby on Rails and Django, and collaborate with leaders in AI.
• Key activities include writing clean code, participating in code reviews, and debugging issues.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years using Ruby on Rails.
• A passion for creating great web products is essential.
• Experience with Bootstrap Grid or similar CSS/JS frameworks for responsive design is required.
• Prior experience in small, scrappier environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of PostgreSQL and database design is necessary.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment are important.
• A passion for education and a desire to make a positive impact in the world are essential qualities.

Benefits:

• The position offers medical, dental, and vision premiums paid at 90% for full-time employees and their dependents.
• There is a flexible vacation and sick time policy, including 12 company-paid holidays and a week-long winter break.
• Employees enjoy a flexible workplace and work schedule.
• CodePath provides a laptop, monitor, and ergonomic office setup.
• An annual professional development stipend is included.
• Employees can voluntarily contribute to a 401k plan with pre and post-tax earnings.
• The organization offers 10 weeks of paid parental leave.
• There is a commitment to developing leaders from within the organization.
• Employees have frequent opportunities to connect with students, universities, and communities served by CodePath.
• Opportunities to engage and collaborate with top technology companies and engineering leaders are available.