Senior Software Engineer - Ads Experimentation Platform
RedditFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in a Software Engineering role, with comprehensive DevOps experience in building, shipping, scaling, and operating Java web applications and services in AWS. Experience designing complex cloud solutions based on AWS, implementing infrastructure-as-code in AWS with Terraform, and a strong grasp of modern web application architecture are required. Strong hands-on experience in AWS, demonstrated critical and strategic thinking about business, products, and technical challenges, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and familiarity working in an agile environment are also necessary. Enthusiasm for working in a startup environment, the ability to be cross-functional, and a passion for building tools for other engineering teams are essential.
The Senior Software Engineer will empower product delivery teams to execute independently while meeting a high bar of excellence. They will identify and deliver capabilities as part of an engineering platform to help product delivery teams succeed. Responsibilities include designing and iterating on infrastructure-as-code templates and software libraries for applications, databases, edge infrastructure, AWS account infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and observability. The role involves shaping the DevOps experience at SmartAsset by bundling telemetry, tracing, logs, dashboards, and alerting for collaboration and issue resolution. Engaging in a collaborative team environment to guide teams on cloud architecture, scaling patterns, development opportunities, cost savings, and vulnerabilities is key. The engineer will also design, develop, and integrate mature DevOps pipelines, including build automation, CI/CD, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), security, observability, and alerting, and develop a strategic roadmap and agile backlog to support cloud best practices and high-quality product delivery.
Provides financial decision-making tools and resources
SmartAsset offers free interactive tools and calculators that help individuals make informed financial decisions on topics like home buying, retirement planning, and personal loans. These resources are designed by personal finance experts to simplify complex financial choices for users who may lack the time or expertise to navigate them. Unlike competitors, SmartAsset generates revenue through partnerships and advertising, connecting users with local financial advisors and earning fees for referrals. The company's goal is to empower users to make better financial choices by providing accessible tools and expert guidance.