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Software Engineer III

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Babylist

Babylist

501-1,000 employees

Versatile baby registry platform and app

Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$135.3k - $168.3kAnnually

+ Equity + Bonus

Senior, Expert

Remote in Canada

Category
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
React.js
Ruby on Rails
Requirements
  • 6+ years of experience delivering end to end solutions that drive business growth
  • Experience testing, monitoring and running a production software system
  • React and Ruby on Rails experience
Responsibilities
  • Work closely with product owners to design, implement and deploy systems to support and scale our shop experiences, including enhancing search and discovery, PLP, PDP, cart and checkout.
  • Provide thought leadership around process, tooling, systems, and software architecture.
  • Improve and help maintain existing systems.
  • Mentoring other team members through design and architecture planning, code reviews, and knowledge sharing sessions.

Babylist operates a versatile and comprehensive baby registry platform that leverages its expert-selected product offerings and technology-driven services like a mobile app and ecommerce shop. Serving over 9 million people annually, the company stands out in the $88 billion baby product industry by providing a singular, streamlined solution for new parents navigating the complexities of baby product selection. This focus on tailored, user-friendly experiences makes it a leader in the field and a workplace where innovation and commitment to user satisfaction are deeply valued.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$50.7M

Headquarters

Oakland, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

17%

1 year growth

57%

2 year growth

162%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The acquisition of Expectful could significantly broaden Babylist's market reach by integrating wellness services into its platform.
  • Strong financial backing from prominent investors ensures stability and resources for continued innovation and market expansion.
  • Babylist's strategic investments in other baby and toddler brands, like Lalo, indicate a forward-thinking approach to market consolidation and growth.

What critics are saying

  • The integration of Expectful's wellness services may face challenges in aligning with Babylist's existing product-focused platform.
  • The competitive landscape in the baby products and parental wellness sectors is intense, requiring constant innovation to maintain market position.

What makes Babylist unique

  • Babylist's acquisition of Expectful positions it uniquely at the intersection of baby products and parental wellness, unlike competitors focused solely on products.
  • The company's strong venture backing, including a $40 million Series C round, provides a financial cushion for aggressive growth and innovation.
  • Babylist's dual role as both a registry platform and a product discovery tool offers a comprehensive solution for new parents, setting it apart from single-function competitors.