Software Engineer, Web Platform

Job Location:

San Francisco, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

As a Software Engineer in the Web Platform Team you will drive initiatives that empower developers to build modern world-class web experiences for our Pinners with high productivity performance and quality. Were looking for someone who is passionate about working up and down the stack has a growth mindset and isnt afraid to give their opinion on how we can improve. Youll have the opportunity to find creative solutions to thought-provoking problems. Even better because we covet the kind of courageous thinking thats required in order for big bets and smart risks to pay off youll be invited to create and drive new initiatives seeing them from inception through to technical design implementation and release.

What youll do:

Build robust frameworks and features that empower hundreds of developers and support millions of users.
Enable developers to work more effectively by improving foundational web architecture builds CI/CD and testing capabilities.
Drive changes that improve overall developer experience for all web engineers across Pinterest.
Identify site-wide challenges; propose test and ship solutions.
Champion and drive large-scale cross-functional initiatives that improve the Web platform.
Increase web stability scalability performance and accessibility by implementing the best web development standards.
Mentor team members and participate actively in design and code reviews team processes and architectural decisions.

What were looking for:

3 years of experience in FullStack/Web development and a deep understanding of JavaScript CSS DOM HTTP protocol and how the web works.
Expertise with technologies such as React Redux (or other state management solutions) Relay GraphQL TypeScript Jest and React Testing Library.
Good knowledge of build tools such as Webpack Turbopack or Vite.
Familiarity with server-side rendering techniques and frameworks such as .
Experience in Python Java C or Go or another language and a willingness to learn.
Track record of delivering large cross-functional projects across multiple organizations and being a champion of developer experience performance and quality.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams to make platform improvements test functionality and evangelize adoption of platform features.
Love for Web and drive to keep up-to-date with new technologies trends and best practices in client architecture.

In-Office Requirement Statement:

We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means were not always working in an office but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times/week and therefore can commute to our San Francisco or Palo Alto office.

Relocation Statement:

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit ourPinFlexpage to learn more about our working model.

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What youll do:

Build robust frameworks and features that empower hundreds of developers and support millions of users.
Enable developers to work more effectively by improving foundational web architecture builds CI/CD and testing capabilities.
Drive changes that improve overall developer experience for all web engineers across Pinterest.
Identify site-wide challenges; propose test and ship solutions.
Champion and drive large-scale cross-functional initiatives that improve the Web platform.
Increase web stability scalability performance and accessibility by implementing the best web development standards.
Mentor team members and participate actively in design and code reviews team processes and architectural decisions.

What were looking for:

3 years of experience in FullStack/Web development and a deep understanding of JavaScript CSS DOM HTTP protocol and how the web works.
Expertise with technologies such as React Redux (or other state management solutions) Relay GraphQL TypeScript Jest and React Testing Library.
Good knowledge of build tools such as Webpack Turbopack or Vite.
Familiarity with server-side rendering techniques and frameworks such as .
Experience in Python Java C or Go or another language and a willingness to learn.
Track record of delivering large cross-functional projects across multiple organizations and being a champion of developer experience performance and quality.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams to make platform improvements test functionality and evangelize adoption of platform features.
Love for Web and drive to keep up-to-date with new technologies trends and best practices in client architecture.

In-Office Requirement Statement:

We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means were not always working in an office but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times/week and therefore can commute to our San Francisco or Palo Alto office.

Relocation Statement: