About Discord
The ultimate platform for community communication
Key Highlights
- Over 200 million active users across 19 million communities
- Founded in 2015, headquartered in San Francisco, CA
- $979.3 million raised in funding, currently in Series H
- Transitioned from gaming to a broader social networking platform
Discord, headquartered in Potrero Hill, San Francisco, is a leading voice, video, and text communication platform with over 200 million active users across 19 million communities. Founded in 2015, Discord has successfully transitioned from a gaming-focused chat app to a versatile social networking s...
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Software Engineering • Mid-Level
Overview
Discord is hiring a Software Engineer for their Data Platform to build scalable data infrastructure. You'll work with technologies like Java and Python to support millions of gamers. This position requires 5+ years of experience in software engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building scalable data infrastructure. You understand distributed systems and have a strong grasp of data privacy principles, ensuring that user data is handled responsibly. Your passion for gaming and community engagement drives you to create products that enhance user experiences on platforms like Discord.
You possess deep expertise in programming languages such as Java and Python, and you are comfortable working with SQL for data management. Your experience with data platforms and analytics tools allows you to derive insights that inform product decisions and improve user engagement. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions.
What you'll do
As a Software Engineer on the Data Platform team, you will design and implement robust data infrastructure that supports Discord's gaming community. You will collaborate with product managers and other engineers to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements. Your role will involve optimizing data pipelines and ensuring the reliability and scalability of data services.
You will also participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and mentoring junior engineers. Your contributions will directly impact how millions of gamers interact on Discord, making your work both challenging and rewarding. You will stay updated with industry trends and best practices, continuously seeking ways to improve the data platform and enhance user experiences.
What we offer
Discord offers a vibrant work culture where innovation and creativity are encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work on projects that directly influence the gaming community, making a real difference in how users connect and communicate. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, including flexible work arrangements and opportunities for professional development. Join us in shaping the future of gaming communication.
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