Staff Software Engineer

About the role

CodePath is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to help shape the next generation of its AI‑driven learning platform. This is a fully remote, full‑time position reporting to the VP of Engineering, offering the chance to own architecture, product direction, and team capacity across a fast‑growing organization.

Key responsibilities

• Architect and build web applications using Ruby on Rails, Sinatra/Padrino, and Django.
• Make consequential technical decisions on infrastructure, data modeling, API design, and emerging technologies.
• Lead code‑quality initiatives, including reviews and setting standards.
• Collaborate directly with stakeholders to define product requirements and drive execution.
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities to enable adaptive, mastery‑driven learning experiences.
• Scale the platform to support hundreds of thousands of learners.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading complex web projects from architecture to delivery.
• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to influence product direction.
• Comfortable working across the full technical stack, from infrastructure to front‑end features.
• Experience scaling platforms serving large user bases.

Required skills

• Ruby on Rails
• Sinatra
• Padrino
• Django
• Ruby
• Python
• API design
• Data modeling
• Infrastructure architecture
• AI/ML integration

What we offer

• Competitive salary $170k‑$190k (US) adjusted for other regions.
• Fully remote work across the United States, Canada, Europe, or LATAM.
• Opportunity to impact millions of learners and drive AI‑focused education initiatives.