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SmartNews

Software Engineer, Backend (US Engagement)

San Francisco, CA

Description

Overview

SmartNews is a leading mobile app of news aggregation services. We analyze millions of articles to deliver the most engaging information with high quality, in near-real time fashion, to millions of users around the world. We are looking for talented backend engineers to help us build user growth and engagement related features in the US market. Together, we are working to break through the filter bubble and deliver the best quality information to our end users.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable backend solutions (client-server protocols, business logic, database layer, etc) end to end for user facing features
  • Identify bottlenecks and apply optimizations in complex distributed systems
  • Collaborate cross functionally with mobile, frontend, machine learning engineers and product managers to communicate challenges and define milestones
  • Provide thoughtful code reviews and technical insights to multiply team productivity
Requirements

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  • 3+ years of experience working on backend development in large scale distributed system
  • Hands on coding experience that delivers scalable and fault tolerant components with test strategy in mind
  • Experience solving complex problems with other engineers and business stakeholders in backend environment and drive the progress of execution to the finish line
  • Ability to guide and onboard junior engineers on technical side
  • Expert coding abilities in multiple programming languages (e.g. Java, C++, Python, Golang)
  • MS or BS in computer science, mathematics, physics or other quantitative fields

Nice to haves
  • Proficient coding skills in Java and familiar with Java frameworks
  • Experience with public cloud technologies like AWS, GCP, Azure, etc
  • Experience working with user growth and engagement related projects in large scale
  • Strong interest in news media and our mission to deliver high quality information to the world
Benefits

  • Equity included
  • 100% medical, dental and vision insurance coverage (100% coverage for dependents)
  • Monthly housing, commute, mobile phone and gym allowances
  • 401k matching program
  • Free lunch, snacks, drinks, etc.
  • Pet friendly office

Job ID: SmartNews-EAC1EBCFD9
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Performance Bonus
    • Company Equity
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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