Senior Software Engineer, Otter - Seoul, South Korea at Otter

Seoul, South Korea

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Delivery, Restaurant Technology, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of industry software engineering experience developing and operating complex systems using common language(s) such as Java, Python, Go, C++, and TypeScript
  • 3+ years of experience developing Windows applications or system-level software using .NET Framework and C#
  • Experience with POS, VAN, or payment module integration is strongly preferred
  • Strong communicator who can explain complex topics to not only other engineers but also designers, product managers, and support
  • Strong computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, threading, distributed systems, information retrieval, etc
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, or equivalent training, fellowship, or work experience
  • A love for good food
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with the full life cycle of software development, from design and implementation to testing and deployment
  • Experience working with distributed systems and making technical architecture decisions
  • Windows systems engineering experience required (including .NET Framework, Windows Services, or WPF/WCF)
  • Familiarity with backend development using Java, Go, or Python is a plus
  • Preference will be given to those with development experience related to AI or LLM
  • An appetite to help shape best engineering practices at an early-stage startup
  • Hands-on experience working in an innovative, fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers and Frontend Engineers to conceptualize and build new features for our growing customer base
  • Produce high-quality code by leading or contributing to large cross-functional projects that impact and drive business success
  • Actively own features or systems and define their long-term health, keeping scalability at the forefront of technical designs
  • Assist our skilled operations and business teams in triaging and resolving production issues
  • Work with other engineers from various teams across verticals and review code
  • Improve our engineering standards, tooling, and processes
  • Build and operate services with world-class availability, performance, and scalability using technologies including .NET Framework, C#, Java, Python, Go, C++, TypeScript

Skills

.NET Framework
C#
Java
Python
Go
C++
TypeScript
distributed systems
Windows
POS
payment modules
VAN integrations

Otter

Connects parents with vetted babysitters

About Otter

Otter connects parents with qualified babysitters through its online platform, focusing on the childcare industry. The service stands out due to its thorough vetting process for sitters, which includes skills tests, reference checks, and interviews, along with mandatory background checks for both parents and sitters to ensure safety. Parents can book a sitter on short notice, sometimes as little as two hours, making it a convenient option for last-minute childcare needs. The company earns revenue by charging a fee for each booking, which is shared with the sitters, providing them with a flexible income opportunity. With significant backing from prominent venture capital firms, Otter aims to address the demand for reliable childcare services while ensuring a safe environment for families.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$30MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Social Impact, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1-10Employees

Risks

Increased competition from new platforms offering similar services at lower fees.
Changes in local regulations could increase operational costs and complicate compliance.
Rising concerns about data privacy and security could decrease user trust.

Differentiation

Otter offers a rigorous vetting process for sitters, ensuring safety and reliability.
The platform allows parents to book childcare with as little as two hours' notice.
Otter connects parents with local stay-at-home parents, fostering community-based childcare.

Upsides

Increased demand for flexible childcare solutions due to remote work trends.
Growing interest in last-minute booking options for childcare services.
Venture capital interest indicates strong growth potential for tech-enabled childcare solutions.

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