Senior Software Engineer

We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our growing team and help build the future of dental education technology. As a Senior Software Engineer at DentistJourney, you'll work on our core platform that helps dental students navigate their career paths, from choosing specialties to applying to programs. You'll collaborate with a talented team of engineers, designers, and product managers to create innovative solutions that make a real impact in the dental education space. **What makes this role exciting:** - Work on a product that directly impacts thousands of dental students - Modern tech stack with Django, React, and AWS - Opportunity to shape the technical direction of the platform - Collaborative, fast-paced environment with room for growth

**What you'll do:** - Design and implement new features for our web platform - Optimize existing code for performance and scalability - Collaborate with product and design teams to define requirements - Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews - Participate in technical architecture decisions - Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code - Troubleshoot and debug production issues

**What you bring:** - 5+ years of software engineering experience - Strong proficiency in Python and Django - Experience with React and modern JavaScript - Knowledge of database design and optimization - Experience with AWS or similar cloud platforms - Strong problem-solving and communication skills - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)

**Nice to have:** - Experience with educational technology platforms - Knowledge of dental education or healthcare industry - Experience with data analytics and visualization - Familiarity with machine learning concepts - Open source contributions - Experience with mobile app development

**Benefits & Perks:** - Competitive salary and equity package - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance - Flexible work arrangements (fully remote or hybrid) - Professional development budget - Top-tier equipment and home office setup - Unlimited PTO policy - Annual team retreats - Learning and development opportunities