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 leading technical projects and enhancing production infrastructure. Your expertise in Java and Python allows you to design and implement robust software systems that support tool developers effectively.

You understand the importance of community-driven projects and have experience working with open-source tools — your ability to collaborate with diverse teams ensures that you can reduce friction and improve reliability in developer workflows. You are comfortable working in a remote environment and can adapt to various time zones, particularly within UTC-3 to UTC+3.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of software systems for Toolforge, shaping how contributors interact with the platform — your focus will be on enhancing the product experience and lifecycle tooling for developers. You will provide technical leadership, guiding the team in setting the technical direction for a multi-year platform strategy.

You will work closely with community tool developers to understand their needs and automate processes that enhance their productivity — your insights will help in building a more reliable and user-friendly platform. You will also be responsible for mentoring junior engineers and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation within the team.

What we offer

Wikimedia offers a mission-driven work environment where you can make a significant impact on the global community — you will have the opportunity to work on projects that extend beyond what staff teams can achieve alone. We provide a flexible remote work culture that supports work-life balance and encourages professional growth.