Staff Software Engineer, Community Builders

For our client, we are seeking a Staff Software Engineer Community Builders to join the team of a leader in the Media space. This role will lead work at the intersection of data, AI-enabled capabilities, and scalable technology delivery. You will work across engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within a Media environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $217,000 – $303,900 annually

Responsibilities

• Define and accelerate the backend architecture for community growth
• Instill a growth engineering mindset by promoting experimentation and fast iteration
• Build partnerships with other engineering teams to support community growth initiatives
• Establish robust measurement frameworks for A/B testing and data-driven design decisions
• Guide cross-functional alignment with key stakeholders in product and design teams
• Advocate for engineering excellence and maintain high standards across systems
• Lead design reviews and establish overarching engineering practices for the team

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of relevant experience in backend architecture and engineering projects
• Strong strategic thinking, able to connect technical and business frameworks
• Experienced mentor, fostering growth and culture within engineering teams
• Highly data-informed with a logical, metrics-focused approach to architecture design
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to fast-paced growth environments
• Excellent communication skills for articulating complex technical concepts
• Proven background in machine learning products, particularly in ranking and personalization

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits and income replacement programs
• 401(k) with employer match to help secure your financial future
• Global benefit programs tailored to your lifestyle including workspace and professional development
• Support for family planning and gender-affirming care
• Mental health resources and coaching benefits available
• Flexible vacation policy and paid volunteer time off to promote work-life balance
• Generous paid parental leave to support new parents

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.