Full Stack Software Engineer - API

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DeepL

Meet DeepL

DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we’ve been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human-sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today, they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity. And, empower millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.

Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and make a real-life impact. To achieve this, we need talented individuals like you to join our exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.


What Sets Us Apart

What sets us apart is our blend of modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive. When we share what it's like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This may be because of our products that have helped countless people worldwide or our shared mission to improve communication for individuals and businesses, bringing cultures closer together.


Meet the Team Behind This Journey

As a Full Stack Software Engineer at DeepL, you will be an integral part of our engineering team, working on creating and improving our groundbreaking AI-based translation platform. You will collaborate with a highly skilled group of engineers to design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable solutions that handle our continually increasing user base and data sets. Leveraging your skills in both backend and frontend technologies, you will be involved in the full development life cycle, from ideation to deployment and beyond. Your contribution will directly influence our products, impacting millions of users worldwide who rely on our services daily.

API & Client Libraries Team

DeepL’s unique neural networks deliver the world’s best translation quality. Thousands of users rely on our API to integrate translations into their applications, translating billions of characters per month. We provide open-source libraries in multiple programming languages, including Python, .NET, Node.js, PHP, and Java. Check out our GitHub for more information.

In this role, you will contribute to our frontend (TypeScript, React) and backend services (C#, ASP.NET Core), adding exciting new API features. You will also develop our client libraries and ensure they deliver value to the developer community. Expect to work in a highly experienced cross-functional team.


Your Responsibilities

  • Design and develop full-stack applications: Collaborate with the team to design and implement innovative software solutions, following high-quality architectural principles.
  • Maintain and optimize existing systems: Ensure our applications and platforms remain up-to-date, efficient, and bug-free.
  • Code review and quality assurance: Participate in code reviews and maintain high standards of code quality.
  • Collaboration and team input: Work closely with product managers, UX designers, and engineers to deliver exceptional functionality and user experiences.
  • Continuous learning and adaptation: Stay updated with the latest technologies and learn new tools and techniques as needed.

Qualities We Look For

  • Technical Proficiency: Proficient in a modern programming language with experience in both frontend and backend development. Familiarity with our tech stack (C#, React, TypeScript) is beneficial but not mandatory.
  • Experience: Strong background in software engineering with successful professional development and deployment experience. Knowledge of AI, ML, or natural language processing is a plus.
  • Problem-solving Skills: Ability to tackle complex technical challenges with an innovative mindset.
  • Team Player: Collaborative and effective in cross-functional teams with strong communication skills.
  • Growth Mindset: Embraces continuous learning and improvement.

What We Offer

  • Diverse and internationally distributed team: Join a team of professionals from over 90 nationalities, working across multiple countries, including the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the US, and Japan.
  • Open communication and regular feedback: We value clear, honest communication and collaboration, fostering growth and empathy.
  • Hybrid work and flexible hours: Enjoy a hybrid schedule, working in the office three times a week with flexible hours tailored to your location and time zone.
  • Regular in-person team events: Participate in unique team-building events, onboarding sessions, and company-wide gatherings.
  • Monthly full-day hacking sessions: Dive into projects you’re passionate about and collaborate across teams during Hack Fridays.
  • 30 days of annual leave: Recharge with 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources.
  • Competitive benefits: Benefit from a global package tailored to your unique location, ensuring support every step of the way.

Ready to join us and make an impact in the world of Language AI? Apply now and become part of our journey to revolutionize global communication!

Location

    New York

Job type

  • Fulltime

Role

Engineering