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Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Frontend, Data Management

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Amplitude

Amplitude

501-1,000 employees

Product analytics platform for user behavior

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$154k - $256kAnnually

+ Bonus + Commission

Mid, Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Frontend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
JavaScript
React.js
Management
Node.js
TypeScript
AWS
Web Development
Requirements
  • 4+ years of experience developing interactive, user-facing applications and websites
  • Strong frontend experience with React and Typescript/Javascript
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
  • Can synthesize customer input and architectural knowledge to create outsized engineering impact
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to adapt to changing requirements
  • Constant desire to learn and grow in the field of web development
  • Have experience with defining, managing and scaling AWS solutions via infrastructure as code tools
  • Have familiarity with the following: (Javascript, Typescript, Node.js, Python)
  • Have interest or experience in technical leadership of an engineering team
Responsibilities
  • Drive business impact through owning end-to-end delivery of projects
  • Operate with a focus on rapid but sustainable delivery through proper sequencing and experimentation
  • Advocate for the right priorities and communicate effectively with engineering leadership
  • Contribute to definition of SLAs and upholding operational excellence for applications and services that power the data management experience
  • Contribute to the technical direction of the team, product, and systems
  • Get involved in performance optimization and scaling efforts
  • Work with with Product Management and Design to generate and turn novel ideas for solving customer problems into engineering solutions
  • Drive engineering discussions and engineering best practices
  • Mentor and contribute to the success of other engineers on the team

Amplitude provides tools for product analytics that help businesses understand how users interact with their products. The platform allows companies to track product usage, assess the impact of new features, and analyze user journeys to identify areas for improvement. This helps businesses enhance user experiences and increase customer retention. Amplitude stands out from competitors by offering a subscription-based model with various tiers, allowing clients to choose features that best fit their needs. Additionally, it integrates seamlessly with major platforms like AWS and Segment, making it easier for businesses to use Amplitude alongside their existing systems. The goal of Amplitude is to empower companies to make data-driven decisions that foster growth and optimize their product offerings.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$341.4M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

12%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Amplitude's reaffirmed financial guidance for 2024 indicates strong financial health and stability.
  • The company's extensive integrations, such as with Qualtrics, enhance its utility and appeal to a broad range of SaaS businesses.
  • Amplitude's educational resources, including webinars and workshops, provide clients with the tools to maximize their platform's value.

What critics are saying

  • The departure of the CFO and the ongoing search for a replacement could lead to financial instability and uncertainty.
  • Multiple class action lawsuits against Amplitude may damage its reputation and lead to financial liabilities.

What makes Amplitude unique

  • Amplitude's focus on product analytics specifically for SaaS, e-commerce, media, gaming, and fintech industries sets it apart from more generalized analytics platforms.
  • The platform's ability to integrate seamlessly with major platforms like AWS, Braze, Segment, and Snowflake enhances its value proposition.
  • Amplitude's subscription-based model with tiered features allows for scalable solutions tailored to the needs of different-sized clients.

Benefits

Parental Leave

Wellness Stipend

Unlimited PTO

Stock Exercise Window