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Motion Recruitment

Staff Software Engineer

Motion Recruitment, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


An EdTech product shop with over 20 million daily active users on their flagship K-12 learning platform is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to serve as the highest technical individual contributor in the organization.

In this role, you will be leading a team of full stack engineers, be the chief architect for any new features on the product roadmap, institute best practices and coding standards, improve development workflow to get new people onboarded, be the technical role model for the team, and mentor the team through one-on-ones and code reviews. This is not a manager role, so no need for experience managing a team from an HR standpoint.

Their stack is a combination of TypeScript, React, Python, Django, Postgres, and AWS. They are looking for full stack engineers who lean heavier on the back end, though 50/50 full stack engineers will also be strongly considered. The role requires residency in the DC Metro area as the leadership team is based in the area.

Required Skills & Experience

7 years of experience building modern web applicationsStrong background with full stack developmentExperience with front end frameworks such as React, Angular, or VueExperience with PythonExperience with design architecture and implementationExperience leading engineering teamsDesired Skills & Experience

Experience with Django or FlaskBS in Computer Science or similar degreeWhat You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown20% Front End Development80% Back End DevelopmentDaily Responsibilities50% Hands-On Coding30% Architecture20% Team CollaborationThe Offer

You Will Receive The Following Benefits

Unlimited PTO and Sick Days401(k) + 3% matchFamily LeaveFree Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceCommuter Allowance (Metro and Parking)Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Posted By:

Leonardo Tonaki

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