Software Engineer

Overview

About the Role

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join the team building the Attendance Intervention Suite, PowerSchool’s platform focused on improving student attendance and strengthening communication between schools and families.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a mission-driven, production-scale product alongside an experienced, multinational engineering team. You will collaborate with an experienced, multinational engineering team and contribute directly to features that are actively used by educators and administrators. The role is well suited for someone early in their career who is eager to grow, enjoys problem-solving, and thrives in a fast-paced product environment.

Responsibilities

Description

• Build, enhance, and maintain application features using Ruby on Rails and Node.js
• Contribute to frontend development using React, along with modern HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/TypeScript
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and designers across distributed teams
• Identify, debug, and resolve defects to ensure system reliability and performance
• Write and maintain unit tests to support code quality and safe deployments
• Maintain clear and accurate technical documentation
• Learn and apply new technologies, tools, and development patterns as the product evolves
  
  

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• 2-3 years of experience as a full-stack software engineering in a professional work environment
• Foundational experience with Ruby on Rails and modern web development
• Working knowledge of Node.js and RESTful applications
• Familiarity with relational databases and SQL concepts
  
  

Technical Environment

• Ruby on Rails
• Node.js
• React
• PostgreSQL and other relational databases
• HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript / TypeScript
• AWS
• Exposure to AngularJS is a plus
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

PowerSchool Offers The Following Benefits

• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Comprehensive 401(k) plan
• Generous Parental Leave
• Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO)
• Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage
  
  

A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $56,100 - $111,800 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters.

EEO Commitment

EEO Commitment

PowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing accomodations@powerschool.com.