Description:

Udacity is seeking Backend Software Engineers to support the content creation process.
The role involves developing and maintaining systems that enhance content management and creation.
Responsibilities include developing, testing, and maintaining scalable backend services and APIs for internal tools.
Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to gather requirements and design effective solutions.
The position requires optimizing existing systems for improved performance and reliability.
Best practices for code quality, testing, and deployment must be implemented and enforced.
Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to internal tools is a key responsibility.
Participation in code reviews and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement is expected.

Requirements:

Candidates should have 3-5 years of professional software engineering experience in a product-oriented role with live production code.
A strong background in building scalable and low latency systems is required.
Demonstrated expertise in designing, building, delivering, and maintaining production-quality microservices is essential.
While specific languages or frameworks are not prioritized, familiarity with React, Node, Graphql, GoLang, Postgresql, Python, and web protocols is important.
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and GCP is considered a nice-to-have.
The ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment is necessary.
A passion for enhancing user experience in online education is valued.

Udacity offers the flexibility of working from home and has in-person collaboration spaces in various locations.
Flexible working hours are provided to accommodate personal schedules.
Paid time off is included as part of the benefits package.
Comprehensive medical insurance coverage is available for employees and their dependents.
Employee wellness resources and initiatives, including access to wellness platforms, are offered.
A quarterly wellness day off is provided to promote work-life balance.
Personalized career development opportunities are available for employees.
Employees have unlimited access to Udacity Nanodegrees for continuous learning.