Remote Demo Software Engineer (f/m/d)

Description:

• As a Demo Software Engineer, you will develop digital applications that showcase the use of Contentful in various categories and emerging areas.
• You will be the first to see new product features and play a critical role in bringing them to market by building demos for product launches, analyst calls, and annual customer conferences.
• In the off-season, you will assist Contentful users by creating how-to guides, tutorials, recording technical videos, and occasionally conducting in-person workshops.
• This hands-on position requires solid development skills and experience in shipping successful digital applications.
• You will create projects from scratch and craft delightful interaction loops, necessitating creative thinking and good UX instincts.
• Expect to work on a wide range of tasks including frontend, backend, QA, devops, and diverse projects spanning web, mobile, internal tooling, and AI.
• The demo team operates a modern technology stack and has significant input in choosing tools and architectural patterns.
• You will collaborate with various stakeholders including Sales, Product, Engineering, and Partnership teams to identify key business requirements and technical specifications for demo assets.
• The team is experienced in augmenting with freelancers, agencies, and partners for large-scale development projects.
• You will work closely with marketing teams to drive product adoption through educational programs and campaigns.

Requirements:

• You must have 6+ years of software development and/or systems engineering experience.
• Strong technical experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, and React is required.
• A solid understanding of modern frontend frameworks such as React, Vue, or Svelte is necessary.
• Extensive experience working with APIs, including GraphQL API, is essential.
• You should have an understanding of CI/CD workflows and devops best practices.
• The ability to identify and prioritize high-impact problems and independently deliver solutions is crucial.
• An innate curiosity and the ability to empathize with end users are important traits.
• Good communication skills and the ability to present complex technical concepts in an accessible way are required.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to quickly master new topics are necessary for success in this role.
• Experience in full-stack development, working with AI, implementing design systems in production, launching mobile apps, and leading product development workshops is a plus.

Benefits:

• You will join an ambitious tech company that is reshaping digital experiences.
• Full-time employees receive Stock Options, allowing them to share in the company's success.
• A comprehensive healthcare package covering 100% of monthly health premiums for employees and 85% for dependents is provided.
• The company values work-life balance and offers a generous amount of paid time off, including vacation, sick days, education days, compassion days, and volunteer days.
• Time off is available to care for and focus on your growing family.
• You will have access to a personal annual education budget to improve your skills and grow in your career.
• Enjoy a full range of virtual and in-person events, including workshops, guest speakers, and team activities that support learning and networking.
• An annual wellbeing stipend is provided to care for your physical, financial, or emotional health.
• A monthly communication phone/internet stipend and phone hardware upgrade reimbursement are included.
• New hire office equipment stipend is available for hybrid or distributed employees to ensure they have the necessary gear to work effectively.