Plotly is a leading innovator in data visualization and analytics, specializing in empowering organizations to make data-driven decisions. Our open-source libraries and flagship product, Dash Enterprise, is revolutionizing the way businesses interact with and harness their data.
We are looking for a highly skilled Software Development Engineer to join our team focused on Open Source and Enterprise Libraries. In this role, you will play a key part in developing and maintaining our open-source libraries, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and functionality. Additionally, you will work on developing custom solutions and maintaining our enterprise libraries.The technologies you will be working with include but may not be limited to:
- Python
- JavaScript/TypeScript
- React
Core job responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain open-source libraries for data visualization, particularly Dash and Plotly.js.
- Implement new features and enhancements to existing libraries.
- Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and planning to deployment and maintenance, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality releases.
- Collaborate with the open-source community to address issues and contribute to the development of shared libraries.
- Cultivate strong relationships with the open-source community, engaging with contributors, triaging and addressing issues promptly, and fostering a vibrant ecosystem around Plotly's libraries.
- Work closely with the Enterprise team to develop custom solutions and integrations for enterprise clients.
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Participate in design and architecture discussions.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in software development.
- Drive initiatives to improve developer experience, documentation, and support resources, empowering users to leverage Plotly's libraries effectively.
Job requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
- Proven experience (4+ years) in software engineering, with expertise in Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, and React.
- Experience working with open-source projects and communities, contributing to or maintaining popular libraries or frameworks is a plus.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Proven track record of delivering high-quality software products on schedule, with a focus on customer satisfaction and user experience.
- Passion for data visualization, analytics, and democratizing access to data-driven insights.
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a Remote-first environment.
- Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment, learn new technologies and platforms, and be comfortable with troubleshooting complex technical issues.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Dedication to writing and encouraging clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
Assets:
- Experience with CICD: CircleCI, Selenium, pytest
Don’t meet all the requirements, but you feel you would be a great fit to our plot-legion? Don’t hesitate to apply!
What you can expect from us:
Health & Wellbeing
- Comprehensive health coverage
- Generous PTO
- Parental leave top-up program
Growth & Future
- Stock options for all full-time employees
- Learning & development program
- Work alongside a dedicated team
Flexibility & Community
- Remote-first work
- Home office support
- Employee led DE&I resource group
- Plotly Community Forum
Why Plotly?
Unleash your creativity and shape the future of data analytics! Founded by innovators and driven by our community of users and customers, we eagerly tackle every challenge, from crafting state-of-the-art UI for seamless data interaction to optimizing our graphing libraries and services for highly reliable performance. Our journey has only begun! We are a tight-knit and quickly growing team where each member can make an immediate, meaningful impact. We take on complex problems, work hard, and are firm believers in the open-source mission.
At Plotly, you'll work alongside a diverse team of first-class engineers, developers, scientists, and builders that challenge the status quo and set a high bar. We encourage each member of our team to explore and expand their skill sets continually, and to approach every problem with curiosity and an open mind. Together, we make it possible for people everywhere to share data and insights that make real impacts in business and around the world.Plotly is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
If you require any accommodations, please let us know during the application process.
