Staff Software Engineer, Backend Careers at Coursera

Join Coursera, a leading online learning platform with a mission to provide universal access to world-class education. As a Staff Software Engineer, Backend, you will play a critical role in building and scaling the technology that powers our enrollment and payment systems. Be part of a globally distributed team that values innovation, collaboration, and a passion for making a difference in the lives of millions of learners worldwide.

Role Overview

As a Staff Software Engineer, Backend, you will be a key member of the Monetization pod, focusing on the technology and user experience surrounding learner enrollment and payment. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing scalable systems, conducting A/B testing to optimize payment solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver a seamless end-to-end experience. You will work with modern Java (16+), MySQL, DynamoDB, gRPC, GraphQL (DGS), and Kafka within a microservices architecture.

Day in the Life

Your day might start with a stand-up meeting with your team to discuss progress and any roadblocks. Then, you might dive into coding, working on a new feature for the payment system or optimizing an existing one. You'll also spend time reviewing code from your peers, ensuring code quality and adherence to standards. Later in the day, you could be collaborating with product managers and designers to brainstorm new ideas for improving the user experience. You might also be analyzing data from A/B tests to identify areas for improvement. Finally, you'll participate in sprint planning meetings to plan the work for the next sprint.

Why United States

The United States is a hub for technology and innovation, offering a vibrant ecosystem for software engineers. Coursera has offices in multiple locations across the US, including Mountain View, New York, Chicago and Austin providing opportunities to work in diverse environments and connect with talented professionals from around the world. The US also offers a high quality of life, with access to world-class education, healthcare, and cultural experiences.

Career Path at Coursera

Coursera offers a variety of career paths for software engineers, allowing you to grow and develop your skills in different areas. You could progress from a Staff Software Engineer to a Principal Engineer, leading technical projects and mentoring junior engineers. You could also move into a management role, leading a team of engineers and driving the technical vision for a product area. Coursera also supports internal mobility, allowing you to explore different roles and teams within the company.

Salary & Benefits

The estimated salary range for a Staff Software Engineer, Backend at Coursera in the United States is $160,000 to $240,000 per year. Coursera also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, unlimited paid time off, a generous parental leave policy, and a professional development stipend. In addition, employees have free access to Coursera courses and Specializations.

Education for Everyone

Coursera's mission is to provide universal access to world-class learning. By joining Coursera, you will be contributing to this mission and helping to make education more accessible to learners around the world. You will be working on technology that is used by millions of learners to improve their skills and advance their careers. Coursera is a Delaware public benefit corporation and a B Corp, committed to making a positive impact on society.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for the Staff Software Engineer, Backend position at Coursera, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Be sure to highlight your relevant skills and experience, and explain why you are passionate about working at Coursera.

FAQ

1. What is Coursera? Coursera is an online learning platform that offers courses, Specializations, Professional Certificates, and degrees from leading universities and institutions around the world.
2. What is the Monetization pod? The Monetization pod is focused on the technology and user experience surrounding learner enrollment and payment.
3. What technologies will I be working with? You will be working with modern Java (16+), MySQL, DynamoDB, gRPC, GraphQL (DGS), and Kafka within a microservices architecture.
4. What are the responsibilities of a Staff Software Engineer, Backend? The responsibilities include designing and implementing scalable systems, conducting A/B testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
5. What are the qualifications for this position? The qualifications include 7+ years of experience in a relevant software engineering role, expertise in designing highly-scalable micro-services, and proficiency in Java.
6. What is the salary range for this position? The estimated salary range is $160,000 to $240,000 per year.
7. What benefits does Coursera offer? Coursera offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and a professional development stipend.
8. What is the career path for a Staff Software Engineer, Backend? You could progress to a Principal Engineer or move into a management role.
9. How does Coursera support diversity and inclusion? Coursera is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
10. What is Coursera's mission? Coursera's mission is to provide universal access to world-class learning.