Remote Software Engineer - Full Stack

Description:

• Empowerly is an education technology company focused on democratizing college admissions through personalized counseling.
• They offer internship programs, expert counseling, and aim to level the playing field in college admissions.
• The company operates on a remote-first basis and values collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and empowerment.
• They recently raised $15 million in funding and plan to launch a mobile app in the U.S. by the end of 2024.
• The Software Engineer role involves collaborating with teams to build products that enhance access to college counseling services.
• Responsibilities include shipping features, leading projects, aligning software development approaches, and identifying areas for improvement.
• The role requires 3+ years of software development experience, proficiency in web applications, infrastructure, and writing quality code.
• The tech stack includes HTML/CSS, JavaScript, ReactJS, PostgreSQL, and cloud infrastructure like AWS, GCP, or Azure.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent technical experience.
• 3+ years of software engineering experience.
• Experience leading software engineering projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Perl, PHP, and/or shell scripts.
• Strong grasp of full-stack web development frameworks.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and product infrastructure.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly.
• Agile, adaptable, and able to thrive in a startup environment.
• Positive attitude, resilience, and attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of $80,000 - $140,000 depending on location, experience, and skill set.
• Full-time, exempt position with remote work.
• Benefits package includes health/dental/vision insurance, unlimited PTO, and 401K.
• Opportunity for learning and growth within a supportive team environment.