Software Engineer - Web/Fullstack

Scopely•Sunnyvale, CA

About The Position

Scopely is a global gaming company whose mission is to inspire play every day. Niantic (a division of Scopely)’s mission is to inspire people to explore the world, together. We build products that inspire exercise, exploration, and social in-person interaction. We are seeking a Full Stack Engineer to craft web-based applications that connect millions of people around real-world activities. We seek engineers with strong technical background, great execution, and self-starter mentality. The ideal candidate loves to jump into the unknown, clarify ambiguities, quickly learn from failures, and break down vague ideas into concrete tasks.

Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 2+ years of experience, 5+ years for senior level candidates.
Proficiency in JavaScript concepts like asynchronous programming, closure types.
Familiar with server-side technologies, such as Node, Java, or Golang.

Nice To Haves

Experience building sophisticated single page web applications, particularly mobile-friendly ones.
Experience building websites that are cross-device and browser compatible.
Experience building web applications involving manipulation of geospatial, customer management, or analytics data.
Experience with React and Next.js for high-performance web development.
Proficiency in TypeScript to ensure code robustness and scalability.
Familiarity with GraphQL and Relay.
Experience mentoring junior engineers or leading projects.

Responsibilities

Architect and implement web features in Javascript.
Build well-designed, reusable UI components that can be shared across Niantic’s web applications.
Collaborate between web, design, and product teams to ensure the goals of the product are aligned with the delivered feature or service.
Participate in code reviews, write unit tests, and conduct troubleshooting to ensure uptime for live systems.