Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Brightwheel, the leading technology brand in early education, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their backend team. The company is on a mission to provide high-quality early education for every child, serving tens of thousands of providers and millions of educators and families in the $175 billion early education industry.

The role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on early childhood education through technology. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be working with Ruby on Rails to build and design APIs, focusing on scalability and reliability in distributed systems. The position requires 4+ years of experience, with a strong foundation in cloud platforms like AWS and modern web technologies.

Working in a fully remote environment, you'll collaborate closely with product and design teams to deliver solutions that address the critical needs of teachers and parents. The role offers substantial autonomy and ownership, perfect for engineers who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to make meaningful contributions to both technical and business outcomes.

The compensation package is competitive ($142,000 - $189,000) and comes with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), equity ownership, and generous parental leave. The company values diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where every team member can make a significant impact.

This is an ideal opportunity for a senior engineer who wants to combine technical excellence with meaningful social impact, working on solutions that directly benefit early childhood education while being part of a passionate, talented, and customer-focused team backed by notable investors.