Full-Time
Platform Engineer
Updated on 5/16/2024
Language learning app with gamified lessons
Mid, Senior
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- Relevant work experience, including industry experience.
- Experience with one or more configuration management (Ansible, Puppet, Chef) or infrastructure management tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Familiarity with containerization runtimes (Docker, rkt)
- Functional knowledge of Linux system administration and automation
- Extensive experience in fast-growing, consumer-facing, data-driven startups, ideally mobile app based
- A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field
- Experience running a large infrastructure on AWS or Google Cloud
- Design and implement tools that help engineering teams focus on shipping features, while ensuring cost-efficient, secure, and reliable infrastructure
- Streamline operational and development practices to provide an effective self-service platform to other Duolingo engineers
- Monitor infrastructure, develop strategies to manage costs within budget, and capacity management
At Duolingo, the integration of gamification and advanced data analytics into language learning not only makes the process engaging but also highly effective. The company stands out in its field due to its commitment to incorporating cutting-edge research and technology, involving insights from language learning scientists and artificial intelligence experts. This approach fosters a dynamic and intellectually stimulating workplace that encourages continuous innovation and improvement in the education technology sector.
Company Stage
IPO
Total Funding
$643.3M
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Founded
2011
6 month growth
↑ 8%1 year growth
↑ 17%2 year growth
↑ 47%Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision for employees as well as eligible partners and dependents
Mental health benefits such as therapy sessions and coaching to support you to be your best self
Fertility benefits to support your family planning journey
Fully paid parental and adoption leave
Fully paid subscription to Care.com and paid backup days for dependents and your fur family
401(k) with generous match and immediate vesting
20 days of PTO, with two additional weeks off for winter break
Yearly professional development stipend
Transportation reimbursement for however you get to work
Lunch prepared daily by our in-house chefs
Annual international retreat for all full-time employees
On-site gym and massages
On-site game/break room