OCaml Developer

Ahrefs is seeking a backend developer with a strong understanding of networks, distributed systems, OS fundamentals, and a preference for simple and efficient architectural designs. The ideal candidate should be proficient in OCaml and have knowledge of D or C++. They should be able to independently handle bugs, schedule tasks, and investigate code, as well as make well-reasoned technical choices and take responsibility for them. The role involves handling the full development cycle of a single component, from formalizing tasks to resolving user requests. The company offers a competitive compensation package and an informal work atmosphere.

• Independently deal with bugs, schedule tasks and investigate code
• Make well-reasoned technical choices and take responsibility for them
• Understand the whole technology stack at all levels: from network and user-space code to OS internals and hardware
• Handle full development cycle of a single component i.e. formalize task, write code and tests, setup and support production, resolve user requests
• Approach problems with a practical mindset and suppress perfectionism when time is a priority
• Write flexible, maintainable code and adapt to post-launch requirements/tweaks

• Proficiency in OCaml
• Knowledge of D or C++ is a plus
• Independently deal with bugs, schedule tasks and investigate code
• Make well-reasoned technical choices and take responsibility for them
• Understand the whole technology stack at all levels: from network and user-space code to OS internals and hardware
• Handle full development cycle of a single component i.e. formalize task, write code and tests, setup and support production, resolve user requests
• Approach problems with a practical mindset and suppress perfectionism when time is a priority
• Write flexible, maintainable code and adapt to post-launch requirements/tweaks