Staff Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You are an experienced Staff Software Engineer with a strong background in platform software and developer experience. You have a proven track record of providing technical leadership and are passionate about enhancing the tools that empower community developers. Your expertise in Java and Python allows you to design and implement robust software systems that scale effectively. You understand the importance of developer workflows and are committed to reducing friction in the development process. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy mentoring others, sharing your knowledge to help the team grow. You are mission-driven and excited about contributing to a platform that supports a vast community of contributors.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of software systems for Toolforge, ensuring that community tool developers have the resources they need to build and sustain their tools. You will focus on improving the product experience layer, setting the technical direction for a multi-year platform strategy. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance developer workflows and lifecycle tooling. You will also be involved in shaping how contributors interact with Toolforge, aiming to improve reliability and reduce friction in their processes. As a critical individual contributor, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the Wikimedia ecosystem.

What we offer

Wikimedia offers a flexible remote work environment, allowing you to work from anywhere within UTC-3 to UTC+3. You will be part of a mission-driven organization that values community contributions and strives to make knowledge freely accessible to everyone. The role provides opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work on meaningful projects that have a lasting impact on the Wikimedia Foundation and its users.