Remote Senior Software Engineer, Future Audiences

Description:

• The Wikimedia Foundation is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Future Audiences team, focusing on spreading and sustaining free knowledge in a changing Internet landscape.
• The role involves collaborating with product managers, data analysts, and machine learning engineers to deploy experimental software solutions on various platforms.
• Responsibilities include developing experimental solutions across platforms like AI assistants, social video apps, and browser plugins.
• The position offers the opportunity to work remotely in a consensus-oriented environment that values teamwork and work-life balance.

Requirements:

• 5-8+ years of professional experience in functional programming or OOP.
• Experience in working with cross-functional teams to build and test new product concepts.
• Ability to work independently with little support from other engineers.
• Proficiency in developing frontend using Javascript frameworks like Vue.js or React and backend using Python or other backend technologies.
• Experience with third-party API services, with familiarity with Wikipedia APIs being a plus.
• Strong belief in using technology ethically to empower humans to share knowledge freely and transparently.
• Willingness to iterate quickly, pivot strategically, and communicate effectively in both synchronous and asynchronous channels.

Benefits:

• Competitive and equitable salaries based on skills, experience, and location.
• Remote-first work environment with staff members in 40+ countries.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace that values a range of backgrounds.
• Opportunity to contribute to the Wikimedia Foundation's vision of freely sharing knowledge with every human.
• Access to U.S. benefits and perks for eligible employees.
• Support for applicants requiring assistance or accommodations during the application process.