Remote Software Engineer II, Core Messaging

Description:

• The Core Messaging team at Braze focuses on enhancing the performance and reliability of the company's most frequently used messaging channels.
• Engineers are responsible for high-throughput, low-latency distributed systems and work closely with internal and external teams.
• The role involves maintaining Braze's industry leadership in cost-effective scaling, competitive go-to-market timelines, and overall system uptime.
• As a Software Engineer II, you will develop and maintain critical components of Braze's high-scale infrastructure.
• You will take ownership of impactful features and drive them from concept to production.
• The position requires working closely with a skilled, remote-friendly team to gain a deep understanding of the business, product, and technology.
• Your insights and ideas for improving products, processes, and technology will be essential to the company's success.

Requirements:

• You must have 3-5 years of professional experience as a Software Engineer with a strong track record of success.
• Experience in a collaborative team environment is essential, along with excellent communication skills with peers, teammates, stakeholders, and managers.
• You should be able to work through project unknowns and ambiguity, leading efforts to bring clarity without sacrificing code quality.
• A strong interest in owning large areas of technology architecture by understanding motivations, taking initiative, and proposing improvements is required.
• Familiarity with scaling technical concepts such as database load, caching strategies, and performance optimizations is necessary.
• You should have an interest in working with distributed architecture paradigms such as async processing, job queues, and eventual consistency.

Benefits:

• Braze offers competitive compensation that may include equity.
• The company provides retirement and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible paid time off is available to prioritize work-life harmony.
• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability are included.
• Family services such as fertility benefits and equal paid parental leave are offered.
• Professional development is supported through formal career pathing, learning platforms, and tuition reimbursement.
• Community engagement opportunities are available throughout the year, including an annual company-wide Volunteer Week.
• Employee Resource Groups provide supportive communities within Braze.
• The company promotes a collaborative, transparent, and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®.