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Staff Software Engineer, Safety Processing

Discord Inc.San Francisco Bay Area
On-site Full-time $248K/yr - $279K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:Lead the design and development of scalable backend systems for processing safety-related signals, primarily utilizing Python. Mentor team members through architectural and system design challenges, ensuring long-term scalability as Discord expands. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create tools for content moderation and compliance, utilizing both in-house solutions and third-party services. Enhance and implement ML/AI models and automation to boost efficiency in content moderation and decision-making processes. Develop solutions with an adversarial mindset, proactively addressing safety challenges such as malicious behavior and illegal content. Drive workstreams and provide leadership, motivating team members to achieve impactful project outcomes. Desired Qualifications:Python Expertise: Proven experience in developing and maintaining robust backend systems using Python. Architectural Leadership: Strong skills in system design and architecture, with a track record of building scalable, reliable systems for content moderation on large-scale projects. Leadership in Execution: Demonstrated ability to define workstreams, lead projects, and guide engineers through implementation phases.

About the job

Discord is a vibrant platform that connects over 200 million users monthly for a variety of activities, with a significant focus on gaming. With over 90% of our users engaging in gaming, they spend a staggering 1.5 billion hours playing thousands of unique games on Discord each month. Our mission is to enhance the gaming experience by facilitating seamless communication and interaction among players before, during, and after their gaming sessions.

We are seeking an experienced Staff Software Engineer to join our dedicated Safety Processing team. This pivotal team is responsible for maintaining trust and safety on Discord by processing signals from user reports and automated systems to identify and eliminate harmful or illegal content. In this role, you will spearhead backend projects, provide architectural insight, and develop scalable systems that effectively protect our users. Your contributions will directly influence the safety of our platform, ensuring that Discord remains a welcoming environment for all. To discover more about our engineering initiatives, visit our engineering blog.

About Discord Inc.

Discord is a leading platform for gamers, providing a unique environment where users can connect, communicate, and share their gaming experiences. With a focus on enhancing player interactions, Discord continues to innovate and expand its offerings to meet the needs of the gaming community.

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