Software Engineering • Senior

Who you are

You are a technical, hands-on, and empathetic senior software engineer with a passion for building platform solutions that accelerate engineering teams. With 5+ years of experience in software development, you have a strong background in creating scalable and secure infrastructure tools that enhance developer experiences. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with customer engineering teams to ensure the solutions you build are user-friendly and impactful. Your expertise in cloud technologies, particularly AWS, allows you to design systems that are both efficient and effective. You understand the importance of delivering features that resonate with millions of users and are committed to continuous improvement in your work.

Desirable

Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes is a plus. Familiarity with multi-cloud environments and a strong understanding of best practices in infrastructure as code will set you apart. You are also comfortable with agile methodologies and have a knack for mentoring junior engineers, helping them grow in their careers.

What you'll do

In this role, you will collaborate with the Platform Engineering team to deliver customer-centric tooling that enhances the developer experience across Discord. You will work closely with internal development teams to ensure that the solutions you create are not only functional but also enjoyable to use. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing scalable infrastructure solutions, ensuring they are secure by default and easy to integrate into existing workflows. You will also be involved in defining the golden path from development into production, helping to streamline processes and reduce friction for engineers. As a senior member of the team, you will have the opportunity to influence technical direction and contribute to the overall mission of making Discord a better platform for gamers.

What we offer

At Discord, you will be part of a vibrant culture that values collaboration and innovation. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. You will have the chance to work on impactful projects that reach millions of users, contributing to the future of gaming communication. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds in our team.