Software Engineer - Search Platform at Algolia

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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$50,000 – $200,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Technology, AI, SearchIndustries

Requirements

Experience designing and operating distributed systems in production
Experience working with large datasets and high traffic
Rigor in high code quality, automated testing, and other engineering best practices
Excellent spoken and written English skills

Responsibilities

Be a key contributor to the design and development of libraries and frameworks for the Metis system
Be responsible for operations, including participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota
Work with a full-remote team
Be responsible for the quality and soundness of the system
Share expertise on distributed systems
Work with other teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve high-impact issues

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

distributed systemsGoKuberneteslarge datasetshigh trafficautomated testingSRE

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this Software Engineer position?

The salary range is $50K - $200K (ARR Range).

Is this role remote or does it require office presence?

The position is remote with a hybrid option in Paris, and the team is fully remote.

What skills are required for this Software Engineer role?

Required skills include experience designing and operating distributed systems in production, working with large datasets and high traffic, rigor in high code quality and automated testing, and excellent spoken and written English skills.

What are Algolia's company values?

The company values are GRIT (problem-solving and perseverance), TRUST (willingness to trust co-workers and take ownership), CANDOR (ability to receive and give constructive feedback), CARE (genuine care about team members, clients, and decisions), and HUMILITY (aptitude for learning from others).

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates have experience in distributed systems, large datasets, high traffic, and engineering best practices, with nice-to-haves like Go, Kubernetes, library maintenance, and SRE sensitivity aligning with the high-growth environment.

Algolia

Provides hosted search and discovery solutions

About Algolia

Algolia offers search and discovery solutions through a hosted search API, enabling businesses to create fast and relevant search experiences. Its services are particularly useful for e-commerce platforms and media companies, providing extensive support to help clients integrate advanced search capabilities. Algolia operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to access its APIs without managing infrastructure, which ensures scalability and reliability. The company aims to enhance user experience by enabling tailored and efficient search functionalities for businesses of all sizes.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2012Year Founded

$324.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

501-1,000Employees