[Remote] Senior Software Development Engineer - Core Team (Hybrid @ Bellevue, WA or Florida) at OfferUp

Bellevue, Washington, United States

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Requirements

5+ years of professional software engineering experience
At least 3 years of experience in web services
2+ years of experience in real-time messaging systems
Experience performing data analysis and translating results into business recommendations
Experience working with data-driven applications at scale
Strong coding skills in Java, Python, Scala, Golang, or other modern programming languages
Strong knowledge in object-oriented design and microservices architecture
BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer/Software Engineering, Information Systems/Technology, Information Science, or related discipline
Proficiency in native development languages (Swift/Objective-C, Kotlin/Java)
Experience with Agile development methodologies
Experience with load balancing and handling massive data traffic
Experience writing code in Python and Java
Experience with cloud infrastructure AWS

Responsibilities

Maintain and evolve OfferUp's client engineering platform and app ecosystem
Lead efforts to build systems that detect and prevent fraudulent behavior in the marketplace
Ensure app stability, performance, and developer efficiency
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new features
Analyze attacker techniques and apply solutions to detect and prevent them
Drive engineering and operational excellence across the Core engineering team
Collaborate with OfferUp-wide engineering teams to improve processes and best practices
Identify and replace or rebuild legacy systems
Participate in on-call rotations with the team
Support, mentor, and help other engineers on the team
Develop highly scalable classifiers and tools using machine learning, data regression, and rules-based models
Ensure app stability by identifying and resolving crashes, freezes, and network errors
Develop reusable tools and frameworks to streamline development and improve the developer experience
Mentor and guide junior engineers in best practices for frontend and native development

Skills

OfferUp

Mobile marketplace for local buying and selling

About OfferUp

OfferUp operates a mobile marketplace that connects local buyers and sellers, allowing them to trade a variety of items such as furniture, electronics, and cars. The platform is user-friendly, enabling users to browse listings, check seller profiles, view ratings and transaction histories, and communicate securely to negotiate prices and arrange meetups. Unlike traditional marketplaces, OfferUp focuses on peer-to-peer transactions, eliminating intermediaries and fostering direct interactions between individuals. The company generates revenue through advertising, premium listings, and transaction fees, providing sellers with options to enhance their visibility. OfferUp's goal is to create a marketplace that adds value, connects people, and empowers communities, while promoting a strong sense of neighborly culture among its users.

Bellevue, WashingtonHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$370.2MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Risks

Integration challenges with letgo may lead to technical issues.

22% headcount reduction could impact innovation and service levels.

Changes in U.S. tax policy may burden online sellers on OfferUp.

Differentiation

OfferUp integrates with letgo, expanding its user base and transaction volume.

The platform offers secure transactions with user profiles, ratings, and badges.

OfferUp's mobile-first approach simplifies local buying and selling for users.

Upsides

The recommerce market growth aligns with OfferUp's business model.

COVID-19 accelerates digital commerce, benefiting OfferUp's online marketplace.

$120 million funding round boosts OfferUp's expansion and platform enhancement.

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