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Software Engineer III, Backend Telecommute Opportunity

Who we are:

Dataminr, the world’s leading real-time information discovery platform, delivers the earliest warnings on high-impact events, emerging risks and other critical business information far in advance of other sources. Recognized as one of the world’s leading AI businesses, Dataminr enables faster response, more effective risk mitigation and stronger crisis management for public and private sector organizations spanning global corporations, first responders, NGOs and newsrooms. Most recently valued at $4.1B, Dataminr serves more than two-thirds of the Fortune 50 and half of the Fortune 100 companies and over 650 newsrooms worldwide.

Who you are:

We’re looking for a Software Engineer III, Backend to be responsible for helping build the next generation Content Acquisition Platform based upon a microservice architecture, leveraging object-oriented programming languages (such as Java and Scala), real-time messaging systems (such as Kafka), and SQL & NoSQL data stores (such as MySQL, Elasticsearch). Utilize cloud computing platforms such as AWS–along with its relevant tools and processes such as S3, Lambda, SQS–and modern DevOps tooling such as docker, Jenkins, ECS. Utilize agile software development methodologies to maintain a high standard of code, employing tools such as Git, JIRA, and Confluence. Implement and promote software engineering best-practices such as unit & integration testing. May telecommute from any location in the U.S.

Required Skills & Experience:

- This position requires a Master’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related field and 3 years related experience.

- Must also have each of the following:

1) 3 years of experience with statically-typed, general purpose languages like Java, Scala, Go, C and with DevOps tooling, including Docker, Datadog, and Jenkins;
2) 2 years of experience working with Python, JavaScript, and Node.js, building REST APIs, and utilizing agile software development methodologies using tools such as Git, JIRA, and Confluence;
3) 2 years of experience working with AWS services including S3, ECS, Fargate, and EC2 and utilizing SQL databases (including MySQL and Postgres) and utilizing NoSQL databases (including ElasticSearch and Redis);
4) One year of experience with microservice architecture; and
5) Demonstrated experience contributing to the entire software lifecycle including hands-on development, code reviews, testing, deployment, and documentation.

Will accept experience gained concurrently.
Will accept experience gained before, during, or after a Master’s degree program.
Full-time, position may telecommute from any location in the U.S.
Salary: $133,390 to $170,000/year.

Why you should work here:

At Dataminr, we are creating a team of talented builders, creators and visionaries to have a real-world impact on how organizations respond to fast-emerging events as they unfold. We are 850 talented individuals, spanning seven global offices, united by our passion to use AI for the greater good and be agents of positive change in our company and in our communities.

We offer a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you healthy and happy:

Company paid medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and their dependents
Generous PTO, unlimited sick days and remote working options
Paid parental leave and family forming benefits
Company equity (RSUs)
Reimbursements for mental health and wellness apps

At Dataminr, we serve a global community made up of many cultures and strive to reflect the diversity of the world in which we live. We stand for social justice and we lead with empathy. We foster a culture of allyship, standing up for those who face systemic barriers to equality. We actively condemn racism and discrimination in any form.

We believe our differences give us strength. Our employees are empowered to be their best, authentic selves through various opportunities, such as our robust employee resource group (ERG) network, individual learning and development funds, and more.

Dataminr is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Individuals seeking employment at Dataminr are considered without regards to race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status.

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By Dataminr

We are Dataminr. We are a mission-driven company committed to the power of real-time information as a force for global good. Over the last decade, our team has established and refined our leading AI platform for real-time event and risk detection...

25 jobs

FUNDING

Beyond Series C

INDUSTRY

Internet & Web Services

TEAM SIZE

501-1000

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in New York, NY

DATE POSTED

July 24, 2023