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Staff Software Engineer

PlaygroundNew York CityNew
On-site Full-time $1.2K/yr - $1.2K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

ResponsibilitiesWork closely with a cross-functional team to optimize deployment processes, security protocols, and infrastructure scalability. Enhance Vite configurations to improve build efficiencies, minimize bundle sizes, and elevate the developer experience. Maintain clear boundaries between development, staging, and production environments while ensuring critical issues can be debugged effectively. Develop and uphold a centralized logging system that empowers engineering and support teams to debug and analyze system performance efficiently. Implement and enhance real-time service uptime monitoring and alerts using tools like Google Cloud Monitoring, PostHog, Sentry, or comparable platforms. Refine and maintain internal developer tools to boost productivity, including CI/CD automation and workflow optimizations. Ensure adherence to security best practices throughout deployment and infrastructure management. Create and sustain clear, accessible documentation for configurations, processes, and best practices. Requirements5+ years of relevant experience in infrastructure, DevOps, or software engineering, with a focus on front-end technologies. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset. Experience with logging and monitoring tools, as well as CI/CD practices. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. A commitment to writing clean, maintainable code and documentation.

About the job

Playground builds software to help child care providers manage their businesses more efficiently. The platform supports thousands of schools across the United States, with a focus on making high-quality child care more accessible. The company has secured millions in funding and holds several statewide contracts, reflecting strong momentum in the education technology space.

Playground’s founders have been recognized on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for their work in child care technology. The team values a culture where ownership and collaboration are central. Engineers at Playground regularly work together on challenging projects that have a direct impact on customers and the broader child care sector.

Role overview

This Staff Software Engineer position is based in New York City. The role centers on building and improving Playground’s core products as the company grows. Engineers here contribute to significant technical decisions and help shape the future of the platform.

What you will do

  • Work on complex software projects that support child care businesses nationwide
  • Collaborate closely with other engineers and teams to deliver high-impact solutions
  • Take ownership of technical challenges and contribute to a culture of shared responsibility

Requirements

  • Experience leading or contributing to large-scale software projects
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-driven environment
  • Based in or willing to work from New York City

About Playground

Playground is pioneering accessible child care solutions through exceptional software. Join us in revolutionizing the industry with innovative technology and a passionate team.

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