Senior Software Engineer, Full-stack

Role Summary

• •Design and build scalable web applications to enhance productivity for academic users.
• •Develop innovative AI-powered tools like Discovery Agent, Grants Agent, and Writing Agent to automate scientific research.
• •Collaborate across disciplines with a focus on rapid prototyping and shipping fast to gather user feedback.
• •Work within a Ruby on Rails stack while being open to learning and applying new technologies quickly.
• •Deliver high-impact results by solving complex problems autonomously and maintaining strong user empathy.

About the Company

• •Academia.edu is a venture-backed, profitable company focused on democratizing and accelerating global research.
• •The company values mission-driven work aimed at enhancing scientific discovery and technological progress.
• •Based in San Francisco, it serves a global community of researchers and scholars.
• •Emphasizes a culture of continuous learning, optimism, and 80/20 judgment to focus on what matters most.
• •Offers a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to equal opportunity and supporting all employees.

What You Should Know

• •Ideal candidates should be self-directed problem solvers comfortable with ambiguity and rapid iteration.
• •The role requires a strong product mindset and ability to collaborate with varied stakeholders.
• •Applicants must be willing to learn and work with the Ruby on Rails stack even if their background is in other languages.
• •Offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI tools that directly impact the academic research community.
• •The position is onsite in San Francisco with comprehensive benefits including flexible schedules and sabbaticals.

Key Required Skills