Mid/Senior Full-stack Developer (AWS/React/Python) - FT Freelance - Americas/Europe

ABOUT US:

At Athena AI, our mission is to empower teachers by reducing administrative burdens with cutting-edge AI tools. We help educators reclaim their time, so they can focus on their passion—teaching. Athena AI is an
innovative, AI-powered platform that integrates effortlessly with tools teachers already know and love, including Google Classroom, Docs, Slides, YouTube, and other resources. In just seconds, educators can create instructional materials, provide actionable feedback, and evaluate student work—all without leaving their workflow.

We are a diverse team of technologists, educators, and parents, unified by a commitment to improving the teaching experience. With a combined decade of classroom experience and roles at leading EdTech organizations like the Chan Zuckerberg Institute, Seesaw Learning, PBS Kids, Clever, NoRedInk, Panorama Education, GoGuardian, and Edulastic, we deeply understand the challenges educators face and are here to meet their needs.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Staff Software Engineer to lead the development and delivery of impactful software solutions used daily by teachers and students. This role offers the chance to shape Athena AI’s technical strategy and bring a transformative product to life in classrooms across the globe.

YOU WILL:

• Product Development: Design, develop, and optimize our platform to enhance teacher productivity and engagement.
• Full-stack Development: Build intuitive front-end interfaces using React and robust back-end solutions leveraging Python and frameworks like Flask.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Manage and scale AWS resources while ensuring the platform is secure, scalable, and efficient.
• Collaboration: Partner with the engineering team, leadership, and designers to develop new features and refine existing ones.
• Technical Leadership: As a key team member, define and uphold best engineering practices, set foundational standards, and mentor others.

YOU HAVE:

• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in Python and React, along with experience using back-end frameworks like Flask.
• Cloud Experience: Hands-on experience with AWS, including deployment and resource management.
• Engineering Excellence: At least 7 years of software development experience, with a strong understanding of full-stack and cloud-based applications.