Senior Staff Software Engineer at Achievers

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, SaaS, HR TechIndustries

Requirements

  • Extensive relevant development experience in a Senior/Staff capacity
  • Top-notch programming skills specifically in Python or Go (advantageous)
  • Proven track record in architecting and delivering complex solutions in a SaaS environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • A collaborative approach to stakeholder management and cross-functional partnerships
  • Prior experience with coaching and mentoring Engineering teams
  • Strong understanding of microservices architecture
  • Expertise with technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in computer science or related field

Responsibilities

  • Shape and implement Engineering best practices, standards, and guidelines for coding, testing, and infrastructure across multiple teams
  • Lead and initiate engineering improvements and code reviews
  • Design, build, and maintain innovative product features that enhance the Achievers platform
  • Ship code multiple times a day, enabling continuous improvement and rapid delivery of new features
  • Take full ownership of features or modules from design through deployment, ensuring the quality and reliability of the codebase
  • Utilize a wide range of modern tools and technologies, including Python, Go, Kubernetes, Docker, Drone, Google Pub/Sub, React/Redux, GraphQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Microservices, to solve complex challenges
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to a team of software developers with varying experience levels, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement
  • Work closely with Product, Design, and other Engineering teams to define requirements and translate them into technical solutions
  • Actively participate in cross-functional planning sessions to align on priorities and dependencies
  • Continuously learn and stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and Engineering practices to bring fresh perspectives and ideas to the team

Skills

Technical Leadership
Engineering Best Practices
Code Reviews
Testing
Infrastructure
Product Development
Software Design

Achievers

Employee engagement and recognition solutions provider

About Achievers

Achievers provides employee engagement and recognition solutions through its Employee Success Platform. This platform uses data science to offer insights into employee engagement and performance, featuring tools like "Recognize" for employee recognition, "Listen" for real-time feedback, and "Connections" to enhance collaboration. Achievers operates on a subscription model, allowing companies to access its tools and services, which also include consulting and training. The company aims to create workplaces where employees feel valued and motivated, ultimately improving overall business performance.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2002Year Founded
$38.3MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise Software, EducationIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Professional Development Budget
Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Rapid AI integration may introduce biases or errors in employee recognition processes.
Economic uncertainties could lead to budget cuts affecting Achievers' subscription revenue model.
Increased competition from other cloud-based HR solutions may challenge Achievers' market position.

Differentiation

Achievers offers a true cloud-based Employee Success Platform for global employee engagement.
The platform includes AI-driven tools like Inclusion Coach for unbiased employee recognition.
Achievers' proprietary Belonging Model fosters inclusive work environments and workplace belonging.

Upsides

Achievers' integration with Google Cloud Marketplace enhances deployment and management for global customers.
Strategic partnerships, like with Microsoft Viva, expand Achievers' HR platform capabilities.
Growing demand for AI-driven HR solutions boosts Achievers' market potential and innovation.

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