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Teaching Strategies is an innovative edtech organization focused on connecting teachers, children, and families. As front runners in the early childhood education market, we build dynamic, top-quality digital products that integrate all of the essential elements of a high-quality solution: curriculum, assessment, professional development, and family engagement. We are building a team of results-oriented individuals who will thrive in a collaborative, work-hard/play-hard culture. We pride ourselves on the impact we have on the early childhood field through supporting teachers who are doing the most important work there is, teaching children to become creative, confident thinkers.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with experience in enterprise SaaS environments. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of backend systems and be proficient in Golang, GraphQL, and Advanced SQL. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices that power our SaaS platform.
Specific Roles & Responsibilities:
- Architect, design, and develop robust, scalable, and secure backend services using Golang.
- Lead the implementation of GraphQL APIs, ensuring efficient data retrieval and performance optimization.
- Write and optimize complex SQL queries to support high-volume enterprise-level applications.
- Collaborate with front-end engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver end-to-end features.
- Ensure the performance, security, and scalability of the platform through effective coding practices and regular code reviews.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior developers.
- Stay up to date with the latest technologies and industry best practices, continuously improving processes and systems.
- Debug and troubleshoot issues, ensuring high availability and reliability of the platform.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on enterprise SaaS solutions.
- Proficiency in Golang and hands-on experience building microservices.
- Strong expertise in GraphQL, including schema design, API development, and query optimization.
- Advanced knowledge of SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar), including query tuning and database design.
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and modern DevOps practices.
- Experience working in Agile development environments and using tools like Jira, Git, etc.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Why Teaching Strategies
At Teaching Strategies, our solutions and services are only as strong as the teams that create them. By bringing passion, dedication, and creativity to your job every day, there's no telling what you can do and where you can go! We provide a competitive compensation and benefits package, flexible work schedules, opportunities to engage with co-workers, access to career advancement and professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a difference in the communities we serve.
Let's open the door to your career at Teaching Strategies!
Some additional benefits & perks while working with Teaching Strategies
Teaching Strategies offers our employees a robust suite of benefits and other perks which include:
- Competitive compensation package
- Employee Equity Appreciation Program
- Health and wellness insurance benefits
- 401k with employer match
- Flexible work environment
- Unlimited paid time off (which includes paid holidays and Winter Break)
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and opportunities for career growth
- Best in class technology equipment for every employee
- Penthouse suite in downtown DC seconds away from Washington Nationals Stadium and Audi Field
Teaching Strategies, LLC is committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer of Minorities, all Genders, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
