Full-Time

Backend Software Engineer

Parse.ly

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Automattic

Automattic

1,001-5,000 employees

Online content creation and management tools

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$70k - $170kAnnually

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

Candidates must be located in North America, South America, or western EMEA (timezone within 5 hours east or west of UTC-5).

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Postgres
Elasticsearch
Redis
Data Analysis
Cassandra

You match the following Automattic's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Strong knowledge of Python.
  • Commitment to clean coding practices.
  • Excitement to work with large-scale data systems (petabyte scale).
  • Understanding and interest in building and working on distributed systems.
  • Experience with databases (Elasticsearch, Redis, Cassandra, PostgreSQL).
  • Strong written communication skills.
  • Comfortable with on-call rotations.
  • Located in North America, South America, or western EMEA (timezone within 5 hours east or west of UTC-5).
Responsibilities
  • Write Python code using standard methodologies.
  • Analyze data at an extensive scale.
  • Brainstorm new product ideas and directions with the team and customers.
  • Master cloud technologies and systems.
  • Participate in the team’s on-call rotation.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of Frameworks in the Python ecosystem (Django, FastAPI, Pydantic).
  • Experience with distributed systems and cloud computing (preferably AWS).
  • Knowledge of data processing frameworks (Kafka, Storm, Spark, or similar).
  • Experience working with large-scale data systems (petabyte scale).
  • Strong UNIX/Linux knowledge and experience.

Automattic develops and manages WordPress.com, a widely-used platform for creating websites and blogs. Users can easily set up their online presence through a user-friendly interface that allows for customization and content management. Automattic operates on a freemium model, offering basic services for free while charging for premium features like advanced design options and additional storage. This approach makes it accessible to a variety of clients, including individuals, small businesses, and large organizations. Unlike many competitors, Automattic also contributes to open-source projects and provides mobile applications for managing WordPress sites, enhancing user experience. The company's goal is to improve the web by offering tools that empower users to share their stories and services online.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$757.4M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for AI-driven content tools aligns with Automattic's recent acquisitions.
  • The rise of no-code platforms supports Automattic's user-friendly website creation tools.
  • Automattic's investment in Openvibe taps into the growing social network integration trend.

What critics are saying

  • Ongoing legal disputes with WP Engine may harm Automattic's reputation.
  • Forking the ACF plugin could alienate some developers and users.
  • Openvibe investment may be risky if it fails to compete with social media giants.

What makes Automattic unique

  • Automattic offers a freemium model, attracting a wide range of users.
  • The company supports open source projects, enhancing its community-driven approach.
  • Automattic's acquisition of WPAI boosts its AI capabilities for WordPress.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget