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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 • Senior
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Discord is hiring a Senior Software Engineer for their Developer Platform team to design and build core features for game developers. You'll work with C++, APIs, and real-time infrastructure in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building scalable applications and systems. Your expertise in C++ allows you to develop high-performance software that meets the needs of millions of users. You take pride in writing clean, maintainable code and have a strong understanding of APIs and real-time infrastructure. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with other engineers to elevate the quality of the software you produce. Your attention to detail ensures that you consistently raise the quality bar in your work, and you are passionate about creating tools that enhance the gaming experience for developers and users alike.
Desirable
Experience with game development or familiarity with gaming platforms is a plus. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and are eager to learn new technologies and methodologies that can improve your work and the team's output.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Developer Platform team, you will design and build core features that empower game developers to integrate Discord into their games. This includes developing APIs, enhancing real-time infrastructure, and creating C++ SDKs that facilitate seamless communication between games and Discord. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that the tools you build are user-friendly and meet the needs of developers. Your role will involve writing, reviewing, and shipping elegant code while leading projects from conception to deployment. You will also mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to help them grow in their careers.
What we offer
At Discord, you will be part of a vibrant engineering culture that values collaboration and trust. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including flexible work arrangements and opportunities for professional development. You will have the chance to work on impactful projects that enhance the gaming experience for millions of users worldwide. Join us in shaping the future of gaming communication and making a difference in the lives of gamers everywhere.
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