Senior Software Engineer, Backend at Kiddom

At Kiddom, we believe that every student deserves an education that is both equitable and inspiring. We have built a groundbreaking platform that bridges the gap between high-quality instructional materials and digital learning, giving schools and districts the tools they need to tailor their curriculum to the specific goals of their local communities. By providing teachers and leaders with deep data insights, we help drive continuous improvement in classrooms across the country. We are looking for a passionate Senior Backend Software Engineer to join our mission, bringing a forward-thinking mindset and a dedication to shaping the future of education.

The opportunity

As a key member of our engineering team, you will play a vital role in building the infrastructure that powers our educational platform. You will be responsible for designing scalable solutions and ensuring our systems are robust enough to handle the complex needs of our users. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys taking ownership of products, thrives in a collaborative startup environment, and wants their technical contributions to have a measurable, positive impact on the lives of students and educators.

A day in the life

• You will design and implement a scalable, generalized framework to manage our third-party API integrations.
• You will utilize our existing infrastructure to build and maintain high-performance RESTful web services.
• You will develop reliable APIs and testing environments that support both our internal teams and external developers.

Who you are

You are a seasoned engineer with a strong foundation in computer science and a desire to solve meaningful problems. We are looking for someone who brings the following to our team:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in software engineering, including a proven track record of designing and building REST APIs.
• Proficiency with OAuth and other authorization technologies.
• Hands-on experience with continuous integration and modern automation tools.
• A deep understanding of design patterns and industry best practices, paired with the ability to navigate the full lifecycle of code from planning to refactoring.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative spirit, with the ability to communicate effectively in English.

Why you'll love it here

We are committed to building a supportive and inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged. We offer a competitive salary range of 100,000 USD to 225,000 USD, which is determined based on your geography, experience, and performance throughout our interview process. In addition to your salary, you will receive meaningful equity and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• A hybrid work environment that offers flexibility.
• An unlimited vacation policy to ensure you have time to recharge.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 10 paid sick days per year.
• Paid family leave to support you during significant life events.