Introduction:At quantilope we strive to transform the field of quantitative and qualitative insights and we are looking for an experienced technologist to join our team. Working hand in hand with team leadership, you will help to drive our technology strategy, ensuring that the choices we make are aligned with our broader vision and goals. You will also take the lead in defining our system's architecture, making sure that it is robust, efficient, and scalable. On top of this, you will be expected to immerse yourself in our codebase, writing code that effectively embodies our strategic and architectural decisions, thereby ensuring the delivery of high quality technical solutions. If this sounds like fun to you, we invite you to join our dynamic team as a Staff Engineer. Keep scrolling to learn moreWhat you will be doing: As a Staff Engineer on our team, you will solve unique architectural and systems challenges. You'll design sleek and thoughtful solutions to complex problems. You will partner with Product team leadership, Product Managers, Designers and Data Scientists to develop the next generation of our insights automation platform. With 40 amazing team members we are always looking for people that can mentor their coworkers and help them grow into the next generation of staff engineers and leaders. This might take the form of 1:1s and coaching, discussions about best practices or reviewing a team members code. Work in conjunction with staff engineers, managers, and project teams to establish technical project prerequisites, goals, and schedules. Interested in, and willing to debate the latest industry trends, technologies, and advancements. Strong opinions, loosely held, with regard to their potential applications within the organisation. Act as a technical advisor, providing recommendations and insights to support decision-making processes related to software architecture, infrastructure, and scalability with the Engineering, Product or senior management teams. Who you are: We truly value proficiency in specific programming languages such as TypeScript and JavaScript. If you also have experience with additional languages, that's a wonderful bonus! A solid understanding of SQL and/or NoSQL databases like MongoDB is appreciated, as is proven expertise in container-based solutions and GraphQL technologies. We're excited to work with diverse skills and experience! You have in depth knowledge of software engineering principles as well as extensive experience in software development, including designing and implementing high quality, scalable and maintainable systems. Passionate about solving technical problems large and small, with experience guiding more junior engineers through problem solving processes. You have worked on tough problems that required strong problem-solving and analytical skills and you possess the knowledge to identify and resolve complex technical issues. Solid understanding of software development lifecycle from initial idea inception to production operation. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Above and beyond: You have some experience in resource allocation and project planning to ensure efficient utilization of resources and timely project delivery. You're a whizz at refactoring code to ensure that the whole code base remains stable and modern. You possess strong leadership and decision-making skills, and are able to articulate strategic decisions clearly. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at various levels of the organization. Quantilope is a fast growing startup with big ambitions, seeking dynamic, hands-on individuals who are eager to contribute to our mission. Despite our comprehensive job description, we recognize that no candidate will perfectly match every qualification. Our emphasis is on identifying 'doers' - individuals who are proactive, results-oriented, and innovative. Importantly, we are advocates for diversity and inclusivity, extending our invitation to people from all walks of life to be part of our exciting journey. Our Tech Stack: TypeScript SASS (CSS) Storybook (UI-Component Library) GraphQL AWS Kubernetes GitLab Benefits of working at quantilope: Flexible work environment: With unlimited PTO, flexible working hours and remote/hybrid opportunities, we believe you can succeed from anywhere. Did we mention that everyone has the opportunity to work abroad for up to 6 weeks per year? Wellness is key: We offer regular mental health training, access to Headspace App and the support of certified mental health first aiders. We have also just introduced our Quantiwell days which are global mental health days once a quarter where the whole company takes a day for themselves. Diverse & inclusive community: Our team spans the globe, driving diverse ways of working and thinking. With the help of an incredible DEI committee, we are committed to advancing education and awareness. Team bonding: Team offsites, summer and holiday parties, global retreats… where in the world will we bring the team together next? We’re all working hard and know how important it is to have fun along the way. Ongoing learning: With our dedicated learning budget for every employee and company-wide workshops with the best in the biz, we believe in providing our employees with all the tools they need to excel. Economic well being: We at quantilope care for you. We support you and your future with our pension & insurance plan and our ESOP (Employee Stock Option) program. Inspiration sprints: Once every quarter, we take a two-week sprint to focus on creatively driving the product and the company forward! Anything goes, including refactoring, new features and entirely new prototypes
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