Senior Full-stack Web Developer with DevOps Emphasis

RocketLit, a YC Summer 2016 alumnus, is seeking a Senior Full-stack Web Developer to join their growing education technology company. The role combines full-stack development with a strong emphasis on DevOps and system architecture, particularly for Google Cloud Platform. You'll be working on InnerOrbit, their flagship assessment platform that provides high-quality NGSS Assessments and innovative reports for educators.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $130,000-$180,000, comprehensive benefits, and a fully remote work environment. As a senior member of the development team, you'll be responsible for scaling the platform, optimizing performance, and mentoring junior developers. The ideal candidate should have 8+ years of full-stack development experience, with particular expertise in PHP frameworks, cloud platforms, and modern frontend technologies.

RocketLit's mission is to revolutionize science education by providing better learning access to students and valuable data insights to teachers and administrators. The company has already served millions of students and continues to grow rapidly. Their products include an adaptive learning platform that personalizes reading content and an assessment platform that delivers high-quality science testing materials.

Working at RocketLit means joining a small, focused team that's passionate about changing the world through science education. The company culture emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and innovation. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on educational technology while working with cutting-edge tools and technologies in a flexible, remote-first environment.