Sr. Software Engineer

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With more than 45 million users, Anaconda is the most popular operating system for AI providing access to the foundational open-source Python packages used in modern AI, data science, and machine learning through a seamless platform. We pioneered the use of Python for data science, championed its vibrant community, and continue to steward open-source projects that make tomorrow’s innovations possible. Our enterprise-grade solutions enable corporate, research, and academic institutions around the world to harness the power of open source for competitive advantage, groundbreaking research, and a better world. To learn more visit https://www.anaconda.com.

Here is why people love most about working here: We’re not just a company, we’re part of a movement. Our dedicated employees and user community are democratizing data science and creating and promoting open-source technologies for a better world, and our commercial offerings make it possible for enterprise users to leverage the most innovative output from open source in a secure, governed way.

Summary

Anaconda is seeking a talented Sr. Software Engineer to join our PythonAnywhere team. 

This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your technical expertise in designing and implementing a growing platform-as-a-service (PaaS) product while contributing to a collaborative, customer-focused environment.

What You'll Do

• Be a key member of the PythonAnywhere team, contributing to a popular and growing PaaS.
• Participate in Extreme Programming (XP) practices, including pair-programming and test-first development across the stack.
• Attend daily catch-ups and biweekly iteration planning meetings.
• Collaborate with other teams to coordinate joint deliverables.
• Write detailed functional tests to ensure product quality.
• Engage with users daily to support and understand their needs (via email and forums).
• Design and implement new features and architecture for Anaconda’s PaaS and other products.
• Maintain and improve software documentation.
• Participate in an on-call rotation after an initial ramp-up period (includes weekends, with time off in lieu).

What You Need:

• 5+ years of professional software development experience (large-scale open-source contributions count).
• Proficiency in Python and experience with database design and optimization.
• Strong understanding of web applications, REST APIs, and best development practices.
• Experience with good API design, microservices architecture, and container tools like Docker.
• Solid knowledge of Linux development processes and practices.
• Interest in Extreme Programming and willingness to engage directly with customers.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and master diverse technologies.
• Team attitude: “I am not done until WE are done”
• Embody our core values:     
• • Great People
  • Great Product
  • Great Performance
• Care deeply about fostering an environment where people of all backgrounds and experiences can flourish 

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment
• Experience working in an open-source, AI, or data science-oriented company

Why You'll Like Working Here:

• Unique opportunity to translate strong open-source adoption and user enthusiasm into commercial product growth
• Dynamic company that rewards high-performers
• On the cutting edge of enterprise application of data science, machine learning, and AI
• Collaborative team environment that values multiple perspectives and clear thinking
• Employees-first culture
• Flexible working hours
• Medical*, Dental*, Vision*, HSA*, Life* and 401K*
• Paid parental leave - both parents
• Monthly productivity stipend 
• Open vacation policy* 
• Quarterly Snake days (company-wide bonus day off)
• 100% remote

*FTE employees based on your region 

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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