[Hiring] Senior Software Engineer @Nerdery

Role Description

The Senior Full Stack Engineer role at Nerdery is responsible for designing, managing, and implementing robust, scalable, and high-performance web applications for our customers. This role requires a proactive collaborator who can translate complex business and functional requirements into production-ready solutions while mentoring colleagues to raise the technical bar across the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 6+ years of professional experience in software development and engineering.
• Deep proficiency in Python with extensive experience building cloud applications in an AWS environment.
• Experience with common Python application frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django REST Framework.
• Strong relational and document database skills (e.g., PostgreSQL, DynamoDB) with the ability to write and optimize complex queries.
• Proficient in React with experience building complex, stateful front-end applications.
• Comfortable with TypeScript and familiar with common React meta-frameworks (e.g., Next.js, Astro).
• Familiarity with common front-end tooling (e.g., Webpack, Vite, Turbopack) and UI patterns such as responsive design, mobile-first, and single-page vs. multi-page application architectures.
• Solid understanding of browser internals and common cross-platform/cross-browser issues.
• Good API design and development experience, including building and scaling APIs across various compute types (Lambda, ECS/Fargate, API Gateway).
• Experience working with containerization tools such as Docker.
• Comfortable with common DevOps concerns (e.g., CI/CD) for cloud applications, with strong version-control practices in Git.
• Comfortable with automated testing strategies across the stack (unit, integration, and end-to-end tests).
• Proven ability to translate business and functional requirements into well-architected, production-ready solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical team members.
• Proactive collaborator who mentors colleagues and raises the technical bar across the team.
• Working knowledge of common accessibility concerns (advanced knowledge is a significant plus).
• Localization/internationalization experience is a big plus.

Requirements

• Design and build complex, stateful front-end applications using React and TypeScript.
• Develop and scale APIs across various AWS compute types, including Lambda, ECS/Fargate, and API Gateway.
• Architect back-end services using Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django REST Framework.
• Write and optimize complex queries for both relational and document databases like PostgreSQL and DynamoDB.
• Implement automated testing strategies (unit, integration, and E2E) to ensure code quality across the entire stack.
• Manage containerization and deployment efforts using Docker and CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical team members to ensure clear communication and alignment on project goals.

Benefits

• Choose from two comprehensive medical plans (including an HSA-eligible option), plus high-quality dental and vision insurance.
• We provide peace of mind by fully covering the cost of several essential plans: Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage.
• Take advantage of discounted, employee-paid options to protect your family, pets, and assets, including Voluntary Life and AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance, Pet Insurance, and plans offering Legal Support and Identity Theft Protection.
• We offer a 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 3.5% with immediate vesting.
• Nerds enjoy flexible time off with Flex PTO that can be used for vacation, personal time, personal illness, or time off to care for dependents.
• Nerdery is a remote-friendly workplace. Our Minnesota office space is available for Nerds who prefer an in-office environment or collaborative setting.
• All Nerds have dedicated resources and access to funds to pursue professional development, attend industry conferences, and obtain certifications.