Remote Senior Software Engineer (Remote - US)

Description:

• This position is for a Senior Software Engineer at Udacity, available for remote work in the United States.
• The role involves joining a mission-driven, global team focused on digital transformation.
• The ideal candidate will be a versatile and systems-minded engineer who thrives in a high-impact, cloud-native environment.
• Responsibilities include building and maintaining core infrastructure, supporting developer productivity, and enabling scalable, secure learning platforms.
• The engineer will work across multiple technologies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and improve performance.
• Key accountabilities include designing and building internal tools and cloud infrastructure, enhancing developer experience through automation, managing cloud services, and supporting the adoption of configuration management tools.
• The role requires participation in an on-call rotation and contributions to cross-language development, primarily in Go.
• Continuous learning and mentoring teammates are also essential aspects of the position.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in backend or infrastructure software engineering, with strong programming skills in Go; experience in Python or Ruby is a plus.
• Proficiency with Docker, Linux, and Kubernetes is required, ideally within a production AWS environment.
• Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform is necessary.
• Knowledge of distributed systems concepts and multi-region deployment strategies is expected.
• An interest or background in networking, systems security, and tools like Cloudflare is preferred.
• Candidates should possess the ability to mentor others, simplify complexity, and handle pressure with clarity and precision.
• A curious, adaptable mindset with a commitment to continuous learning is essential.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required.
• Candidates must be comfortable working remotely and asynchronously within a diverse team.
• Authorization to work in the United States is mandatory, with the role not available in select states.

Benefits:

• The position offers a remote-first work model with optional in-person collaboration spaces.
• Flexible work hours and generous paid time off are provided.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage is available for employees and their dependents.
• Wellness initiatives include access to platforms like Headspace and quarterly wellness days.
• Personalized career development planning and mentorship are part of the benefits.
• Employees receive free, unlimited access to Udacity Nanodegree programs.
• The salary for this position can go up to $156,060 based on experience and location.
• The company promotes an inclusive and mission-aligned work culture focused on empowerment, outcomes, and curiosity.
• Udacity actively supports diverse hiring and inclusive workplace practices.