Lead Software Engineer $100,000 USD/year Pay is set based on global value, not the local market.
Most roles = hourly rate x 40 hrs x 50 weeks ($50 USD/hour)
Description
Ready to revolutionize education with AI? Dive into a world where historical figures come alive, learning feels like gaming, and AI becomes your ultimate teaching assistant. As our Lead Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of this educational revolution, crafting products that are reshaping how we learn and grow.
Imagine being part of a team that's not just talking about AI, but actively harnessing its power to create:
- TeachTap: A TikTok-inspired platform where history leaps off the textbook pages
- AI-Powered Content Generation: Where creativity meets algorithms to produce captivating educational material
- TeachTower: An educational Minecraft, where every block built is a step towards knowledge
- Coachbot: Your AI learning companion, always ready to guide, motivate, and celebrate your progress
We're offering more than just a job. We're offering a ticket to the future of education, where you'll:
- Wield cutting-edge tech like Angular, React, and AWS serverless
- Experiment with AI to supercharge your productivity
- Collaborate with a global team of tech virtuosos
- Create products that genuinely improve lives
This isn't about following the AI trend - it's about blazing the trail. We're embarking on an exhilarating journey with generative AI, pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible in software engineering.
Think you've got what it takes? Prove it! Take on our brain-teasing challenges: a 15-minute cognitive sprint, a 90-minute coding marathon, and a 3-hour technical decision-making odyssey. Conquer these, and you'll earn your shot at impressing our Hiring Manager. Are you ready to turn the page on traditional education? Your adventure starts with a single click - apply now!
What you will be doing
As our Lead Software Engineer, you'll be:
- Architecting and developing cutting-edge web applications that push the boundaries of educational technology
- Pioneering serverless cloud solutions on AWS, setting new standards in cloud-native backend development
- Championing code quality through rigorous reviews, ensuring our products not only meet but exceed customer expectations
What you will NOT be doing
Don't worry, we won't waste your talents on:
- Hunting down elusive bugs in legacy systems or implementing trivial features in outdated codebases
- Battling with clunky infrastructure to keep subpar products afloat
- Drowning in a sea of never-ending meetings about roadmaps, priorities, or chasing down unresponsive team members
Candidate requirements
To join our league of extraordinary engineers, you'll need:
- A proven track record of at least 4 years crafting production-grade code for web applications, demonstrating mastery in both frontend and backend realms
- A minimum of 2 years of experience as the technical linchpin of a development team or software product, showcasing your leadership and expertise
- An insatiable curiosity and willingness to embrace generative AI in your daily development workflow
Nice to have
While not essential, we'd be impressed if you bring:
- Hands-on experience in leveraging generative AI to supercharge your development process, giving you a head start in our AI-driven environment
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How it works
Applying for a role? Here’s what to expect.
We’ve curated a series of steps that take the guesswork (and cognitive bias) out of recruiting the best person.
STEP 1
Pass Cognitive Aptitude Test.
STEP 2
Pass English Proficiency Test.
STEP 3
Prove Real-World Job Skills.
STEP 4
Ace An Interview Or Two.
STEP 5
Accept Job Offer.
STEP 6
Celebrate!
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Why Crossover
Recruitment sucks. So we’re fixing it.
The Olympics of work
It’s super hard to qualify—extreme quality standards ensure every single team member is at the top of their game.
Premium pay for premium talent
Over 50% of new hires double or triple their previous pay. Why? Because that’s what the best person in the world is worth.
Shortlist by skills, not bias
We don’t care where you went to school, what color your hair is, or whether we can pronounce your name. Just prove you’ve got the skills.
