Senior Elixir Engineer
Hatch$140,000 - $200,000/year
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
$180,000 – $220,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
EdTech, ChildcareIndustries
Requirements
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience as a backend or full stack engineer
- Previous experience with Elixir or other functional programming languages
- Previous experience with Postgres, with a focus on database design and optimization
- Writing high-quality and readable code with effective test coverage
- Interacting with product and engineering stakeholders; articulating and resolving concerns about potential side effects of a feature
- Clear verbal and written communication skills
- Proven experience breaking down features into bitesize deliverables
Responsibilities
- Fully own and deliver features from end to end, from requirements analysis, estimation, and project planning, to data modeling and feature delivery
- Debug production issues across the entire stack
- Participate in rotating engineering support
- Coordinate with QA to ensure quick bug resolution on critical issues
- Ensure high percentage of test coverage across the codebase
- Proactively communicate progress to our product team and leadership
- Learn our customer workflows and nuances within the early childcare industry
- Occasionally attend user interviews and onboarding sessions to give support and receive feedback directly from customers
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary range for this Senior Software Engineer position?
The salary range is $180,000 - $220,000 annually.
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a fully remote position.
What skills are required for this role?
Required skills include 5+ years of backend or full stack experience, proficiency with Elixir or functional languages, Postgres database design and optimization, writing high-quality code with tests, and strong communication skills.
What is the team structure like at Wonderschool?
You will join the Marketplace team and collaborate closely with other Marketplace engineers, product team, leadership, and QA.
What makes a strong candidate for this position?
Strong candidates have 5+ years of experience, Elixir or functional programming background, Postgres expertise, proven delivery skills, and excellent communication; preferred experience includes Phoenix LiveView, API development, and startup/SaaS work.
Wonderschool
Connects parents with childcare providers
About Wonderschool
Wonderschool connects parents with quality preschools, daycares, and in-home childcare programs. The platform works by recruiting and training childcare providers through a 12-week program, even if they lack prior licensing. This training helps providers gain the skills needed to run successful childcare programs and assists them in obtaining the necessary licenses and meeting health and safety standards. Unlike many competitors, Wonderschool offers a subscription-based service that provides childcare providers with tools like automated billing, parent communication portals, and ongoing professional development. The goal of Wonderschool is to simplify the childcare process for both parents and providers, ensuring high-quality care while reducing administrative burdens for providers.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$47.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, Social Impact, EducationIndustries
51-200Employees