Senior Software Engineer, Rosetta Stone

📋 Description

• • Join Rosetta Stone, a leader in language learning renowned for its immersive educational experiences, as a Senior Software Engineer. We are seeking passionate technologists to contribute to the evolution of our highly successful language learning products, enhancing them with innovative new features and functionalities.
• • This full-time role is based at our San Mateo, CA headquarters, offering a hybrid work model with a schedule of Monday-Friday in the office and the flexibility to work remotely one day per week. You will be an integral part of a dynamic team dedicated to making language acquisition more accessible and effective through cutting-edge technology.
• • As a Senior Software Engineer, you will engage in the full software development lifecycle, from conceptualization to deployment. This includes architecting and building robust back-end systems, developing complex application logic, and crafting intuitive user interfaces that define the user experience for millions of learners worldwide.
• • You will have the opportunity to work on both greenfield projects, bringing new ideas to life from inception, and contribute to the enhancement and maintenance of our existing, well-established codebases. This dual focus ensures a diverse and challenging workload, allowing you to leverage your expertise across various development scenarios.
• • A key aspect of this role involves collaborating closely with a team of talented engineers, product managers, and designers. You will participate in design discussions, provide accurate project estimates, evaluate the feasibility of new features, and assess emerging platforms and technologies to ensure our products remain at the forefront of educational technology.
• • Clear and effective communication will be paramount as you work across multiple development teams. Your ability to articulate technical concepts, share insights, and contribute to a cohesive product vision will be crucial for the successful release of our innovative products.
• • Beyond technical contributions, you will play a vital role in mentoring junior engineers. This includes sharing your knowledge, best practices, and technical learnings, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within the team.
• • You will be instrumental in designing and implementing scalable, high-performance software solutions that power our language learning platforms. This involves writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code, adhering to modern software development principles and practices.
• • The role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving, identifying potential issues, and developing effective solutions. You will be encouraged to experiment with new approaches and technologies to continuously optimize our products and development processes.
• • Contribute to the technical roadmap, helping to define the future direction of our software architecture and feature development. Your insights will directly influence the strategic growth of Rosetta Stone's digital offerings.
• • Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and ensuring the overall quality and integrity of the codebase. This collaborative process is essential for maintaining high standards and promoting knowledge sharing.
• • You will be working with a technology stack that may include languages like Ruby, Go, or Java, alongside modern front-end technologies. A strong understanding of web development best practices, including JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, is essential.
• • The opportunity to work with cloud platforms like AWS, databases such as MySQL and MongoDB, and modern API technologies like GraphQL/Node.js, as well as front-end frameworks like React, will be part of your daily work, offering a rich and diverse technical environment.
• • Ultimately, your work will directly impact the learning journey of millions of individuals globally, empowering them to achieve fluency in new languages. This role offers a unique chance to combine your passion for software engineering with a mission to make a positive difference in education.