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Senior Web Development Software Engineer II

DigitalOcean

San Francisco, California, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

About the Role

Dive in and do the best work of your career at DigitalOcean. Join a community of top talent committed to building the simplest scalable cloud. As a Senior Web Development Software Engineer II, you will work with a dedicated team to deliver world-class web properties, enhance our CMS, and launch impactful products.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and mentor frontend and full-stack engineers.
  • Maintain key marketing properties using Javascript/Typescript, React, and Node.js.
  • Collaborate with product, design, UX, marketing, and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Oversee the technical roadmap aligning with business goals.
  • Drive architecture and optimization of scalable full-stack solutions.
  • Review Pull Requests and foster collaborative improvements.

What You’ll Bring to DigitalOcean

  • 8+ years of software development experience.
  • Expertise in HTML, CSS, Javascript, Typescript, React.js, and Node.js; Next.js is a plus.
  • Familiarity with backend technologies such as PostgresSQL, Nginx, CI/CD, and Kubernetes.
  • Experience with tools like GitHub, Git, Sentry, Grafana, Elastic, and Kibana.
  • Strong understanding of full-stack architecture, performance optimization, and scalability.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Why You’ll Like Working for DigitalOcean

You’ll join a cutting-edge technology company that is redefining the cloud space. DigitalOcean offers an environment that values growth, learning, and fun; providing benefits such as career development resources, conferences, training, and robust employee benefits. All this is backed by a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is between $154,000 and $192,000, with the possibility of bonus and equity compensation. Benefits include remote work flexibility, career development reimbursements, and comprehensive employee well-being support.

Key skills/competency

  • Web Development
  • Software Engineering
  • Full Stack
  • JavaScript
  • Typescript
  • React
  • Node.js
  • Next.js
  • CI/CD
  • Cloud

How to Get Hired at DigitalOcean

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research DigitalOcean's culture: Study their mission and recent news.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight full stack and cloud projects.
  • Prepare technical examples: Emphasize JavaScript and Node.js expertise.
  • Practice communication skills: Prepare clear leadership examples.
  • Follow application tips: Ensure your cover letter is concise.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review JavaScript fundamentals
Practice React component design
Study Node.js server handling
Learn about CI/CD pipelines

Behavioral Questions

Discuss team leadership examples
Explain decision making processes
Describe collaboration experiences
Share conflict resolution instances