[Remote] Contract: Senior Software Engineer - Unified Developer Environment (UDE) at Upwork

Europe

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Technology, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

High-level experience (minimum of 5 years) of software development in Java-based microservices in an enterprise environment and under SDLC processes
High-level experience in Python to support key utilities used in the deployment process
Experience in UI development
Experience with Docker containerization, including writing Dockerfiles, managing container lifecycles, and integrating with development workflows
Experience with deploying workloads on K8s environments, in particular the development of K8s manifests and working with Helm

Responsibilities

Implementing features primarily in local runtime and dev containers and evolving the product for more use cases
Collaborating with the developer community to evolve the product architecture and enable adoption at scale
Participating in supporting the product, responding to requests for troubleshooting and questions on usage

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

JavamicroservicesKubernetesAWS EKSdev containersOktetoGolangbubbleteaTUI

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the required skills for this Senior Software Engineer role?

The role requires high-level experience (minimum 5 years) in Java-based microservices in enterprise environments under SDLC processes, high-level Python experience for deployment utilities, UI development experience, Docker containerization including Dockerfiles and lifecycle management, and experience deploying workloads on Kubernetes environments with manifests and Helm.

Is this a remote position?

Yes, this is a contract position through Upwork’s Hybrid Workforce Solutions Team, which consists of professionals located all over the world.

What is the compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the UDE team focus on?

The UDE team is responsible for all aspects of the product, including development, support, and documentation, with a focus on implementing features in local runtime and dev containers, collaborating with the developer community, and supporting the product through troubleshooting.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has enterprise-grade development experience with knowledge of deploying K8s workloads in AWS EKS, combines required skills in Java microservices, Python, UI, Docker, and Kubernetes, and has experience collaborating with diverse developer communities in a development experience or toolset role.

Upwork

Online platform connecting freelancers and clients

About Upwork

Upwork connects freelancers with clients looking for various services in the gig economy, which focuses on short-term contracts instead of permanent jobs. The platform allows freelancers to create profiles that showcase their skills, while clients can post job listings for specific projects. Freelancers bid on these projects, and clients choose the best candidates based on proposals and reviews. Upwork earns revenue through service fees charged to freelancers based on their earnings, with a tiered structure that rewards long-term client relationships. The platform also offers premium memberships and additional services for enhanced visibility and access to job listings. Upwork provides tools for time tracking, invoicing, and project management, making it easier for both freelancers and clients to manage their work and payments. The goal of Upwork is to facilitate successful project completion by bridging the gap between freelancers and clients.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$143.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Risks

Increased competition from Fiverr and Toptal threatens Upwork's market share.

The new Fiverr-style Project Catalog may commoditize services, reducing freelancers' perceived value.

Strategic shifts under new management may not align with current client expectations.

Differentiation

Upwork connects freelancers with clients across diverse industries, enhancing global work opportunities.

The platform offers tools like time tracking and invoicing for efficient project management.

Upwork's tiered fee structure incentivizes long-term client relationships, differentiating it from competitors.

Upsides

Upwork's acquisition of Objective AI enhances its AI capabilities for better talent matching.

The introduction of Featured Jobs increases visibility for job posts, attracting more candidates.

Upwork's recognition as the top job posting site boosts its credibility among employers.

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