About the job
For nearly 30 years, Dictionary.com has been at the forefront of enhancing communication and adapting to the evolving landscape of language. Our platform serves millions with definitions, pronunciations, and example sentences, empowering over 40 million users each month to sharpen their literacy skills.
We are on the lookout for passionate Software Engineers who are eager to contribute to our vision for Dictionary.com. Join us in shaping the future of learning through technology!
This full-time role is based at our headquarters in San Mateo, CA, with a work schedule from Monday to Friday, including the flexibility to work from home one day a week.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Collaborating with a talented team of engineers on innovative projects, both building from the ground up and enhancing existing systems.
- Developing backend architecture, application logic, and user interfaces for our products.
- Providing accurate project estimates, assessing feasibility, and exploring new platforms and technologies for implementation.
- Engaging in clear communication and collaboration across multiple development teams to design and launch outstanding products.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in software engineering.
- A Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Proficient programming skills in Java or another object-oriented programming language.
- Exceptional communication abilities.
- Strong analytical reasoning and problem-solving capabilities.
- Familiarity with modern best practices in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
- Knowledge of MongoDB and Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a plus.
- A genuine passion for enhancing education through technology.

