Software Architect - Golang at Quora

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
EdTech, Cybersecurity, Child Safety TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Advanced commercial experience with Go as backend language
  • Advanced commercial experience with React as frontend language
  • Experience with GCP
  • Advanced commercial experience with SQL (PostgresQL ideally)
  • Nice to have: Data science (ML with GCP Vertex AI)

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain components from design to production
  • Drive squad priorities and progress; escalate blockers
  • Enforce code quality, scalability, and observability
  • Make day-to-day technical decisions and trade-offs
  • Ensure accurate estimates and on-spec delivery
  • Keep the team focused and unblock when needed
  • Day-to-day line management of the squad
  • Run agile ceremonies including standup, Refinement, Sprint planning, Retrospectives and Demos
  • Work closely with the Engineering Manager to set direction and plan delivery
  • Collaborate with the EM and Product Managers, with data-driven discussions on scope and sequencing
  • Build an engaged team who own delivery at the right level of responsibility
  • Give stakeholders clear visibility of measurable progress
  • Maintain product stability with high time-on-task
  • Take responsibility for what the team ships
  • Stay current with best practices and master core tools
  • Share knowledge by learning from and teaching others
  • Advocate for the right approach, not just the easy or familiar one
  • Encourage a respectful culture/work environment/ethos where everyone in the team is encouraged to bring ideas

Skills

Golang
Software Architecture
Microservices
ML
NLP
Technical Leadership

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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