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Senior Product Engineer
Job Type: Full-time
Kaysville, UT and Remote (United States Only)
Salary Range: 180-220K DOE
Who We Are:
At Bark we’re doing something special to make the digital world a safer place for
children. Our work isn't just another job; it's a chance to make a real impact on the lives
of children and families.
Imagine using cutting-edge machine-learning to empower parents to partner with their
kids, providing them with the tools and alerts they need to ensure their child's safety and
wellbeing in the digital realm. We're tackling critical issues like social media, bullying,
sexting, body image, online predators, drugs, signs of depression, and more.
Our team is a tight-knit group of passionate engineers, and we're eager to grow and
build awesome stuff together. We believe that empathy is a core job skill, and our
multicultural, inclusive team embodies this value. Whether or not you're a parent, you
understand the importance of protecting and nurturing the young minds that navigate
the online world - because you were once a child too.
We are seeking a seasoned, collaborative engineer with extensive recent experience in
Ruby on Rails, strong computer science fundamentals, and the ability to lead complex,
full-stack product initiatives from concept through execution.
What You’ll Do
● Own the full stack: Implement features end-to-end across UI, application logic,
and data layers. This role involves meaningful contributions to our existing Rails
codebase as well as other parts of the stack (e.g., frontend development,
experimentation platform, iOS/Android integrations).
● Develop product features from inception to delivery, spanning frontend, backend,
reporting, administration, and security.
● Work extensively within our primary Rails application, which follows conventional
Rails patterns, runs on the latest version of Ruby, uses four databases on AWS,
and is supported by a robust and up-to-date test suite.
● Safeguard sensitive personal data with rigorous attention to security and privacy.
● Collaborate closely with a highly engaged team that values impact and
pragmatism over perfection. Participate in thoughtful technical discussions and
be willing to challenge ideas constructively, providing well-reasoned
perspectives.
● Contribute to a monolithic Rails architecture that adheres to best practices—no
network services layer—while ensuring clean abstractions and sustainable
growth.
● Participate in experimentation and iteration, leveraging our experimentation
platform to ship early and learn quickly.
● Mentor and be mentored: Share your expertise and actively learn from your
peers to continually raise the technical bar.
● Engage in code reviews focused on incremental improvement and long-term
maintainability.
What We’re Looking For
● 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a track record of
leading complex product initiatives.
● Mandatory:
○ Extensive and recent experience working in Ruby on Rails, including
hands-on development in production environments.
○ Deep familiarity with conventional Rails architectures and large monolithic
applications.
○ Demonstrated ability to work with well-tested Rails applications using best
practices.
● Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or equivalent practical experience), with
a solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, and systems design.
● Proven ability to turn ambiguous concepts into production-ready features,
architecting solutions that are reliable, maintainable, and scalable.
● Proficiency in multiple programming languages, with expert-level knowledge of at
least one.
● Comprehensive understanding of web fundamentals, including browser/server
interactions, databases, caching, external systems, and APIs.
● Strong communication skills, self-management, and ability to collaborate
effectively with cross-functional teams.
Nice to Have
● Experience operating in AWS environments and selecting appropriate managed
services.
● Strong SQL query analysis and optimization capabilities.
● Experience with native iOS integrations. While the bulk of our product uses an
embedded WebView, we continue to expand native functionality.
● An eye for product and design, with the ability to balance technical constraints
and user experience considerations.
Benefits:
● Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
● Equity stake in Bark
● Paid time off
● Paid sick time
● Health Benefits:
○ Medical
○ Dental
○ Vision
○ Healthcare Support
○ On-Demand Primary Care
○ Online Mental Health Therapy
○ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
○ Supplemental Life Insurance
○ 401(k)
○ Voluntary Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
We recognize people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the
technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here,
please consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a
key to innovation and excellence. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply
to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview
process.
Bark is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal
opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.