Staff Software Engineer, Developer Ecosystem
About the role
For our client, we are seeking a Staff Software Engineer, Developer Ecosystem to join the team of a leader in the Media space. This role will focus on building and evolving the platform capabilities that enable external developers to create and launch applications within a large consumer media environment. You will help shape the technical direction of developer-facing services, contributing across design, testing, and release to improve platform reliability and usability. The position also offers the opportunity to influence strategy, partner with product and engineering stakeholders, and mentor teammates in a fast-moving remote setting. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.
Responsibilities
- Build and enhance core platform services for developers
- Create capabilities that allow external developers to build apps on the company's platform
- Contribute to all stages of development, including design, testing, and launch
- Review and provide feedback on code and product specifications
- Shape team strategy and future platform direction
- Mentor teammates and foster a culture of ownership
Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience in platform functionality, developer tools, or full-stack products
- Proven ability to lead large-scale technical projects from design to delivery
- Strong backend or platform engineering skills, with full-stack capabilities
- Proficiency in languages such as C++, Java, Go, JavaScript, TypeScript, or React
- Experience with AI tools for enhancing productivity and software quality
- History of mentoring engineers and promoting software engineering best practices
- Entrepreneurial mindset with strong communication skills in remote work environments
Pay
Compensation: $217,000 – $303,900 annually
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits and income replacement programs
- 401k with employer match
- Global benefits tailored to diverse lifestyles and needs
- Family planning support and gender-affirming care
- Mental health and coaching benefits
- Flexible vacation policy and paid volunteer time off
- Generous paid parental leave