Senior Software Engineer - DEIP

As a Senior Software Engineer at Clever, you'll be responsible for designing and building highly efficient platforms and services that drive data-driven decision-making across the organization. You'll work collaboratively with various teams—including product, engineering, marketing, and customer success—to create tools that empower both clients and internal teams. This includes developing data analytics pipelines, optimizing Clever’s data warehouse, and expanding our external analytics offerings to meet customer needs.

Clever seeks candidates for the Senior Software Engineer role who have at least 4 years of software engineering experience. Proficiency in either front-end or back-end development is essential, along with experience in building data pipelines and working with SQL. Familiarity with modern data analytics tools like dbt, Snowflake, and Spark is highly desirable, and knowledge of GoLang and AWS services would be particularly advantageous.

As a Senior Software Engineer at Clever, you will receive a competitive salary ranging from $160,000 to $209,000 based on your location and experience. In addition to salary, you will enjoy flexible Paid Time Off, comprehensive healthcare benefits, paid parental leave, and a generous budget for personal development including courses, conferences, and books. Clever also offers excellent mental healthcare services to support your well-being.

The DEIP team plays an instrumental role in Clever's mission to enhance educational access by enabling data-driven practices across the organization. By developing robust analytics platforms and internal tools, they empower Clever and its partners to leverage data effectively, making informed decisions that benefit educators and students alike. The team's work helps streamline processes and ensures that data insights are readily available, creating a positive impact on the educational landscape.

Yes, the Senior Software Engineer position at Clever offers flexibility as you can work from anywhere in the Continental U.S. While Clever is headquartered in San Francisco, CA, we embrace a hybrid working model, allowing you the freedom to choose your work environment while still being part of a collaborative team focused on innovation in educational technology.

When answering this question, highlight specific tools you have used such as SQL, dbt, Snowflake, etc. Share examples of projects where you built data pipelines or analyzed data to drive decisions. Discuss how these experiences have prepared you for the Senior Software Engineer role at Clever.

In your response, focus on your methodology when designing systems. Discuss the importance of scalability and security in system architecture, especially given Clever’s focus on handling growing data demands. Highlight any specific architectures you have worked with and how they contributed to a successful outcome.

Your answer should reflect on practices like code reviews, automated testing, and adhering to coding standards. Explain how prioritizing code quality saved time in the long run and improved the user experience in past projects.

When addressing this question, outline a specific challenge related to data management or software engineering that you faced and the steps you took to resolve it. Emphasize your analytical thinking, collaboration with team members, and the impact of your solution on the project’s success.

Discuss the various resources you leverage, such as online courses, tech blogs, webinars, and conferences. Explain the importance of continuous learning and how it has influenced your work, specifically in the context of Clever and the education sector.

Reflect on past projects where you took a leadership role, discussing your responsibilities in planning, execution, and mentoring team members. Highlight how your leadership contributed to the project’s success and the development of your teammates.

Describe your communication style and how you foster collaboration and inclusivity within your team. Discuss past experiences where teamwork led to innovative solutions and how you value diverse perspectives in problem-solving.

Share insights on your time management skills and prioritization strategies. Discuss specific instances where you managed to deliver a project on time despite challenges, emphasizing your ability to adjust to changing priorities.

Provide examples of conflicts you’ve navigated, detailing your approach to resolution. Highlight the importance of open dialogue, seeking common ground, and maintaining a focus on team goals to foster a positive working environment.

When answering this question, align your personal interests with Clever’s mission. Express enthusiasm for contributing to the education sector through technology and how the role of Senior Software Engineer at Clever fits your career goals and passion.