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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Software Engineer - **Company:** Art of Problem Solving - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $190,000.0 - $210,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Code Review, Relational Databases, Database Schema, PostgreSQL, Next.js, TypeScript, ReactJS, Technical Debt, Web Technologies, Software Coding, Legacy Systems - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/staff-software-engineer-509965640 ## About the Role * 4+ years of professional experience in full stack web development using the following strongly preferred: Typescript, React, Next.js, and RDBMS such as PostgreSQL * A strong understanding of the JavaScript language and ecosystem * Experience building culture in an early stage startup environment * Ability to thrive in an ambiguous and fast-paced environment * A proven ability to build delightful consumer experiences * Ability to provide technical leadership and coaching on full stack design and code * A track record as a thought leader on product/development strategy and owner of large projects * Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and creative skills ## Description As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be a core member of a small and scrappy team, partnering directly with peers in curriculum and design, as well as the broader AoPS engineering organization, to design, build, and iterate on real user feedback. We're looking for someone who loves building student-facing products and cares deeply about craft. This isn't a role where you'll just implement a spec that's handed to you. You'll be: * Prototyping solutions quickly, testing with families and iterating based on what you learn * Digging into user feedback and data to understand what's resonating and not * Making technical decisions that balance moving fast with building foundations that scale * Working across the stack - from React components to database schema and more The Staff Software Engineer will: * Build Products That Matter: Architect software that engages, challenges, and inspires students to go deeper. Whether it's through collaborating closely with our classroom instructors, AI-powered support, cleaner interfaces, or improving our multiplayer whiteboard algorithms, you'll explore multiple approaches to create learning experiences that truly resonate. When the path forward isn't obvious, you'll pioneer the solutions that move our mission forward * Drive Strategic Evolution: Champion continuous improvement by transforming legacy systems into modern platforms, refining our testing and deployment practices, and evolving our architecture for the future. When you spot technical debt or opportunities to adopt current frameworks, you'll take initiative to address them strategically. This isn't just refactoring, it's charting the technical path forward while keeping our products rock-solid for the students who depend on them * Elevate the Team: Through thoughtful code reviews and hands-on mentorship, help teammates level up their skills. You're not just writing code, you're shaping how we think about architecture, design, and technical excellence across the team * Own the Entire Journey: From initial user conversations with Product and Design through launch and beyond, be deeply involved in shaping what we build and how we build it. Your technical insights will influence product strategy, and you'll see your ideas come to life in the hands of real learners * Communicate Fearlessly: Keep stakeholders informed with clear timelines and early warnings when challenges emerge. 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