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Software Engineer

Axios
Location
Remote
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Product, Design & Tech
Salary
$130,000 - $165,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 2-5+ years of professional software development experience
  • Experience in frontend, backend, or full-stack development
  • Hands-on experience using agentic coding tools
  • Ability to write clear specifications and acceptance criteria
  • Experience building production interfaces with JavaScript or TypeScript and React
  • Experience building production services and APIs
Nice to have
  • Experience building production AI-enabled features
  • Experience evaluating and operating AI-enabled systems
  • Experience extending AI development environments
  • Production experience with Go or Python
  • Experience with gRPC, Protocol Buffers, generated clients, or service-oriented architectures
What the job really is

As a Full Stack Software Engineer at Axios, you'll be responsible for developing and scaling systems that power the company's core products. Your role will involve end-to-end feature development, including frontend and backend work, utilizing AI tools throughout the software development lifecycle. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is key, as you'll work alongside product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-quality, reliable features that enhance user experience and meet business goals.

Benefits
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options
  • Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
  • Birth-givers have an additional 6-8 weeks of leave
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the tech stack beyond frontend and backend technologies
  • Salary range provided but dependent on location and experience
  • Emphasis on AI tools may require continuous learning and adaptation
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