Backend Software Engineer II

Blueprint Test Preparation has an opening for a Backend Software Engineer II to collaborate with other engineers and product/design teams to further develop our Learning Management System (LMS) and other tools. This is a remote, full-time position reporting to our Manager of Software Engineering. 

What You’ll Do

• Design innovative solutions that push the boundaries of the EdTech space
• Enjoy building technology that translates business solutions into code
• Collaborate and communicate with other engineers as well as both the product and design teams
• Promote the importance of design and its value
• Resolve complex problems, break down complex data and propose creative solutions
• Open to mentoring others and sharing information about the power of data and technology
• Ability to provide insight using data and program language-specific logic in order to solve complicated problems

Who You Are

• 3+ years of experience in a backend development role (Golang preferred)
• Experience working with NoSQL Databases like DynamoDB and MongoDB
• Strong experience working with AWS, GCP, Cloudflare, Azure, etc
• Previous history working with distributed services including micro-services, messaging design, and data design
• Experience with infra and backend toolings and technologies, such as Terraform, JSON, REST, CRUD, RDBMS such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MSQL, NoSQL such as DynamoDB, MongoDB, Redis, AWS stack, including API Gateway, AWS Lambda, SNS, SQS, or other related technologies
• Familiarity with GraphQL and RESTful APIs
• Full stack experience with React is a bonus
• Knowledge of ETL processes and techniques
• Experience working with modern software development processes Jira, Agile, SDLC, CI/CD, Git, Code Reviews, unit testing and automation testing frameworks
• Strong expertise in debugging complicated issues, such as concurrency, memory optimization, and optimization techniques
• A problem solver who is generally curious, willing to learn, and intrinsically motivated

Life at Blueprint

We’re Blueprint! We live at the intersection of education and technology. We use technology and powerful data to create personalized and innovative learning experiences. Our team is passionate about education and its ability to improve lives. Our learners hold us to a high standard, and we do the same with each other. We thrive on change, we are passionate about improvement, we practice trust-based vulnerability, and we are committed to a culture of freedom and responsibility. We get a lot done, and we have a lot of fun doing it.

• Meaning. Do meaningful work that has a positive impact on society.
• Influence. Good ideas win, and we value contributions from everyone.
• Innovation. It’s central to who we are and everything we do.
• Growth. We are always learning and you will sharpen your skills.
• Performance. We set aspirational goals and make them happen.
• Low ego. High energy! That’s our recipe for success.
• Autonomy. We thrive with freedom and responsibility.
• Flexibility. We trust our people to do phenomenal work without unnecessary rules.
• Remote first. And not going back.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary at a growing company
• Remote-first work environment allowing for flexibility
• Unlimited PTO, comprehensive health benefits and 401(k) match
• Additional Wellness Days to support a balanced schedule
• Monthly remote-work and annual home office equipment stipends
• Flexible Spending Account
• Parental leave benefits
• Volunteer opportunities
• Continual learning and mentoring opportunities
• Free access to test prep programs for team members, and family discounts

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion at Blueprint

We believe diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion are essential to our excellence and are the key to innovation. We hire based solely on your strengths and qualifications, and the way in which those strengths can directly contribute to your success in your new position.

The Blueprint community values differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and partnership. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In our innovative and inclusive workplace, we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.

We are committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and includes individuals with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences. Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Application Deadline: Friday, July 12th