Software Engineer

at  SuperSummary

Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia -

Start DateExpiry DateSalaryPosted OnExperienceSkillsTelecommuteSponsor Visa
Immediate19 Jan, 2025Not Specified20 Oct, 2024N/ALanguages,Fundamentals,Dynamics,OpennessNoNo
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Description:

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Lift Ventures, a remote-first startup studio whose portfolio of businesses has reached over 250 million consumers to date, is seeking a seasoned and talented software engineer for SuperSummary, our fast-growing EdTech business. SuperSummary is a subscription-based website and mobile app offering a library of professionally written study guides and other educational tools and resources on thousands of books for students, teachers, and readers of all types.
As our engineer, you’ll be collaborating closely with our talented group of 11 engineers, as well as with product, design, and research team members. You’ll help accelerate development of our robust long-term product roadmap, focusing on enhancing interactive, user-facing features to improve users’ experience and drive subscriber engagement and retention. Additionally, you’ll contribute to the advancement of our proprietary Content Management System and conduct A/B tests on different parts of our conversion funnel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 3+ years of software development experience, demonstrating a growing expertise in software engineering principles and practices.
  • Proficiency in our core technology stack (Ruby on Rails, React) and openness to learning new tools and languages.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills, with a track record of successful collaboration in a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative, commit to self-development, and contribute positively to team dynamics.
  • Solid understanding of computing theory and fundamentals, such as algorithms, time/space complexity analysis, and data structures

EEOC STATEMENT

SuperSummary supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class. We welcome diverse perspectives and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can grow and thrive. We understand that candidates may not meet every requirement in the job description, but we strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match, we’d love to hear from you and explore how you can contribute to our tea

Responsibilities:

  • Technical Execution and Problem Solving

  • Develop and maintain scalable, efficient, and robust code for a wide range of projects.

  • Participate in the entire software development lifecycle, contributing to the planning, design, implementation, testing, and deployment of software solutions.
  • Assist in architectural and design discussions, ensuring that solutions are scalable and maintainable.
  • Proactively identify and address technical debt and areas for improvement in code quality and system performance.
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Collaborate with team members, including software engineers, product managers, and designers, to define project requirements and deliverables.
  • Participate in code reviews, offering constructive feedback to peers and incorporating feedback into your work
  • Contribute to team discussions and technical meetings, bringing fresh ideas and perspectives to the table.
  • Professional Development and Mentorship
  • Seek out opportunities for personal growth and professional development, including learning new technologies, programming languages, and engineering practices.
  • Support the growth of junior engineers by providing guidance and mentorship, helping them to improve their skills and navigate their career paths at Lift Ventures.


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)

Computer Software/Engineering

IT Software - Application Programming / Maintenance

Software Engineering

Graduate

Proficient

1

Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia