Empowerly
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer
Empowerly, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer role at Empowerly. You will design, build, and evolve Empowerly’s next-generation ed-tech platform, with an emphasis on engineering best practices, speed, and embedding AI/ML capabilities into applications. About Empowerly
Empowerly is a fast-growing ed-tech company on a mission to empower students to become the most successful version of themselves. Our platform combines expert college counseling with proprietary tools like the Empowerly Score, offering families a 360° view of their child’s college readiness across academics, essays, and extracurriculars. We have raised $30 million from top-tier investors and operate as a remote-first company with teammates across the U.S. and engineers in Brazil. We are a founder-led company focused on scalable revenue growth and expanding access to high-quality college counseling. The Role
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to design, build, and evolve Empowerly’s platform. You’ll work across the stack, with a strong emphasis on engineering best practices, speed, and embedding AI/ML capabilities into our applications. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments and understands how to use technology and data to unlock growth levers. Responsibilities
Participate in the complete software development lifecycle: concept, design, build, test, release, and maintenance of software applications. Develop high-quality software design and architecture focusing on performance, scalability, and security. Specialize in front-end development using ReactJS and related frameworks for a seamless user experience across platforms. Incorporate AI algorithms and machine learning models into web applications to provide intelligent, data-driven features. Collaborate with designers, developers, and product managers to deliver innovative solutions and products. Review, debug, validate code, and perform testing for validation and verification. Document development phases, monitor systems, and align application design with business goals. Collaborate with engineers to embed algorithms and models into production applications (e.g., recommendation engines, essay analysis, readiness scoring) and bring AI/ML capabilities to the team. Partner with product, data, and design teams to ship features that impact revenue, retention, and student success. Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or closely related field). Minimum 5+ years experience as a Full Stack Engineer or equivalent. Expertise in ReactJS, TypeScript, and modern front-end frameworks. Experience designing and building scalable, secure back-end systems (Node.js, Python, or Rails). Solid grounding in AI/ML concepts with hands-on experience integrating models into web applications. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance speed with quality. Preferred Requirements
Master’s degree in AI, Machine Learning, or related field. Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and DevOps practices. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and Infrastructure-as-Code. Experience in VC-backed startups (Series B to D), founder-led environments. Ideal Hire Profile
You challenge assumptions constructively and align quickly once a decision is made. You live in AI and know how to operationalize it in production systems. You care about UI/UX, product, and data, not just code. You lead with humility, build bridges across disciplines and cultures, and operate with urgency, empathy, and integrity. You believe in Empowerly’s mission to expand access to college counseling. You thrive in lean, fast-paced environments and aim to influence revenue growth and student outcomes. Salary and Benefits
$100,000 - $150,000 per year Competitive salary and meaningful equity Equity Full benefits (health, vision, dental) Remote-first flexibility High visibility with C-level leadership A mission-driven, values-based team helping families nationwide Note : Empowerly does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee or hiring manager without a signed agreement will be treated as the property of Empowerly, and we will not pay fees related to such submissions. Equity and Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: E-Learning Providers This is a rare opportunity to shape the growth trajectory of a mission-driven, venture-backed company. If you’re energized by turning insights into action and helping us expand access to college counseling, we’d love to hear from you.
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Senior Full Stack Software Engineer role at Empowerly. You will design, build, and evolve Empowerly’s next-generation ed-tech platform, with an emphasis on engineering best practices, speed, and embedding AI/ML capabilities into applications. About Empowerly
Empowerly is a fast-growing ed-tech company on a mission to empower students to become the most successful version of themselves. Our platform combines expert college counseling with proprietary tools like the Empowerly Score, offering families a 360° view of their child’s college readiness across academics, essays, and extracurriculars. We have raised $30 million from top-tier investors and operate as a remote-first company with teammates across the U.S. and engineers in Brazil. We are a founder-led company focused on scalable revenue growth and expanding access to high-quality college counseling. The Role
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to design, build, and evolve Empowerly’s platform. You’ll work across the stack, with a strong emphasis on engineering best practices, speed, and embedding AI/ML capabilities into our applications. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments and understands how to use technology and data to unlock growth levers. Responsibilities
Participate in the complete software development lifecycle: concept, design, build, test, release, and maintenance of software applications. Develop high-quality software design and architecture focusing on performance, scalability, and security. Specialize in front-end development using ReactJS and related frameworks for a seamless user experience across platforms. Incorporate AI algorithms and machine learning models into web applications to provide intelligent, data-driven features. Collaborate with designers, developers, and product managers to deliver innovative solutions and products. Review, debug, validate code, and perform testing for validation and verification. Document development phases, monitor systems, and align application design with business goals. Collaborate with engineers to embed algorithms and models into production applications (e.g., recommendation engines, essay analysis, readiness scoring) and bring AI/ML capabilities to the team. Partner with product, data, and design teams to ship features that impact revenue, retention, and student success. Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or closely related field). Minimum 5+ years experience as a Full Stack Engineer or equivalent. Expertise in ReactJS, TypeScript, and modern front-end frameworks. Experience designing and building scalable, secure back-end systems (Node.js, Python, or Rails). Solid grounding in AI/ML concepts with hands-on experience integrating models into web applications. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance speed with quality. Preferred Requirements
Master’s degree in AI, Machine Learning, or related field. Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and DevOps practices. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and Infrastructure-as-Code. Experience in VC-backed startups (Series B to D), founder-led environments. Ideal Hire Profile
You challenge assumptions constructively and align quickly once a decision is made. You live in AI and know how to operationalize it in production systems. You care about UI/UX, product, and data, not just code. You lead with humility, build bridges across disciplines and cultures, and operate with urgency, empathy, and integrity. You believe in Empowerly’s mission to expand access to college counseling. You thrive in lean, fast-paced environments and aim to influence revenue growth and student outcomes. Salary and Benefits
$100,000 - $150,000 per year Competitive salary and meaningful equity Equity Full benefits (health, vision, dental) Remote-first flexibility High visibility with C-level leadership A mission-driven, values-based team helping families nationwide Note : Empowerly does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee or hiring manager without a signed agreement will be treated as the property of Empowerly, and we will not pay fees related to such submissions. Equity and Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: E-Learning Providers This is a rare opportunity to shape the growth trajectory of a mission-driven, venture-backed company. If you’re energized by turning insights into action and helping us expand access to college counseling, we’d love to hear from you.
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