Staff Software Engineer – User Identity, Messaging - San Francisco - Icon Ventures

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    Description

    About Quizlet


    At Quizlet, our mission is to help every learner achieve their outcomes in the most effective and delightful way. Our $1B+ learning platform serves tens of millions of students every month, including two-thirds of U.S. high schoolers and half of U.S. college students, powering over 2 billion learning interactions monthly.

    We blend cognitive science with machine learning to personalize and enhance the learning experience for students, professionals, and lifelong learners alike. We're energized by the potential to power more learners through multiple approaches and various tools.

    Let's Build the Future of Learning


    Join us to design and deliver AI‑powered learning tools that scale across the world and unlock human potential.

    About the Role


    As a Staff Software Engineer, you will lead architectural efforts for Quizlet's identity, messaging, and trust & safety platforms. You'll design secure and scalable systems for authentication, consent, and privacy, while guiding other engineers and influencing cross‑team initiatives. Your work will ensure our infrastructure is resilient, compliant, and built for long‑term growth.

    We're happy to share that this is an onsite position in our San Francisco office. To help foster team collaboration, we require that employees be in the office a minimum of three days per week: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday and as needed by your manager or the company. We believe that this working environment facilitates increased work efficiency, team partnership, and supports growth as an employee and organization.

    In this role, you will

    • Lead architecture for authentication, authorization, and account management systems.
    • Build frameworks for consent management, secure messaging, and user protection.
    • Modernize legacy systems to improve scalability, observability, and compliance.
    • Partner with product, legal, and data teams to align trust & safety priorities.
    • Mentor engineers and help define long‑term technical standards.

    What you bring to the table

    • 8+ years of backend/platform engineering experience, with expertise in identity or trust systems.
    • Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional technical initiatives.
    • Strong knowledge of secure system design and data protection.
    • Hands‑on experience with , Go, Python, or TypeScript.
    • Ability to influence technical direction and mentor peers.

    Compensation, Benefits & Perks

    • Quizlet is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Salary transparency helps to mitigate unfair hiring practices when it comes to discrimination and pay gaps. Total compensation for this role is market competitive, including a starting base salary of $196,320 - $268,100, depending on location and experience, as well as company stock options.
    • Collaborate with your manager and team to create a healthy work‑life balance.
    • 20 vacation days that we expect you to take
    • Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance (100% employee and 75% dependent PPO, Dental, VSP Choice).
    • Employer‑sponsored 401(k) plan with company match.
    • Access to LinkedIn Learning and other resources to support professional growth.
    • Paid Family Leave, FSA, HSA, Commuter benefits, and Wellness benefits.
    • 40 hours of annual paid time off to participate in volunteer programs of choice.

    Why Join Quizlet?


    Massive reach: 60M+ users, 1B+ interactions per week

    Cutting‑edge tech: Generative AI, adaptive learning, cognitive science

    Strong momentum: Top‑tier investors, sustainable business, real traction

    Mission‑first: Work that makes a difference in people's lives

    Inclusive culture: Committed to equity, diversity, and belonging

    We strive to make everyone feel comfortable and welcome

    We work to create a holistic interview process, where both Quizlet and candidates have an opportunity to view what it would be like to work together, in exploring a mutually beneficial partnership.

    We provide a transparent setting that gives a comprehensive view of who we are

    In Closing


    At Quizlet, we're excited about passionate people joining our team—even if you don't check every box on the requirements list. We value unique perspectives and believe everyone has something meaningful to contribute. Our culture is all about taking initiative, learning through challenges, and striving for high‑quality work while staying curious and open to new ideas. We believe in honest, respectful communication, thoughtful collaboration, and creating a supportive space where everyone can grow and succeed together.

    Quizlet's success as an online learning community depends on a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

    As an equal opportunity employer and a tech company committed to societal change, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Come join us


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