Quora

Senior Software Engineer - Developer Productivity, Poe (Remote)

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Internet, Social Media, AI/MLIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, and demonstrate experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, NextJS, GraphQL, and Relay. Familiarity with Python is also preferred, along with a commitment to meeting coordination hours during Pacific Time.

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Engineer will develop, maintain, and expand tools to enhance developer productivity across Poe and Quora, with a particular focus on front-end capabilities. They will contribute to building reusable UI components and front-end abstractions, collaborate with product teams to identify developer pain points, drive initiatives to improve development workflows, and standardize practices. The role involves working closely with Poe product teams to understand their needs and build solutions that accelerate their development process.

Skills

API design
Abstractions
Extensible software
Maintainable code
High-quality coding
Continuous deployment
Tooling and frameworks
Development velocity
Experimentation
Collaboration

Quora

Global knowledge sharing and AI integration platform

About Quora

Quora is a global platform for knowledge sharing that attracts over 400 million unique visitors each month. It allows users to share insights on a wide variety of topics, creating a community focused on learning and connection. Users include individuals looking for information, experts sharing their knowledge, and businesses engaging with a knowledgeable audience. Quora also features Poe, a platform that combines several AI language models like GPT-4 and DALL-E 3, enabling users to chat and explore these technologies in one place. Unlike many competitors, Quora's business model relies on targeted advertising to its large user base, allowing it to continuously expand its offerings to meet user needs.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2009Year Founded
$351.2MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, AI & Machine Learning, EducationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company Equity
Remote Work Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Mental Health Support

Risks

Increased competition from Reddit and Stack Exchange could dilute Quora's user base.
AI-generated content may lead to misinformation without proper oversight.
Privacy concerns over data collection for ads could lead to regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

Quora integrates AI models like GPT-4 and DALL-E 3 through its Poe platform.
Quora's Writing Sessions offer a unique alternative to Reddit's AMA for expert Q&A.
Quora's partnership with Bombora enhances B2B audience targeting for advertisers.

Upsides

Quora attracts over 400 million unique visitors monthly, boosting its advertising potential.
AI-driven content moderation can improve user experience by reducing misinformation.
Personalized learning experiences through AI can enhance user retention and satisfaction.

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