Software Engineer, Consumer Experience

Software Engineer, Consumer Experience About Handshake Handshake is the career network for the AI economy. 20 million knowledge workers, 1,600 educational institutions, 1 million employers (including 100% of the Fortune 50), and every foundational AI lab trust Handshake to power career discovery, hiring, and upskilling, from freelance AI training gigs to first internships to full-time careers and beyond. This unique value is leading to unparalleled growth; in 2025, we tripled our ARR at scale. Why join Handshake now: - Shape how every career evolves in the AI economy, at global scale, with impact your friends, family and peers can see and feel - Work hand-in-hand with world-class AI labs, Fortune 500 partners and the world’s top educational institutions - Join a team with leadership from Scale AI, Meta, xAI, Notion, Coinbase, and Palantir, among others - Build a massive, fast-growing business with billions in revenue About the Role As a Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in building the core experiences that help students find opportunities, spanning search, discovery, jobs, and job search. In this role, you will: - Design and implement scalable systems powering search and discovery experiences across our platform. - Build agentic AI experiences for students, including our conversational AI agent for resume help, job search, and interview prep. - Work with OpenAI real-time APIs and agentic frameworks to deliver intelligent, conversational features. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new features that drive member value and engagement. - Contribute to code reviews to maintain high code quality standards and mentor teammates to foster continuous learning. Desired Capabilities - 2+ years of experience in software engineering, ideally with consumer platforms or social apps. - Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript to deliver robust solutions. - Strong product sense with a focus on building features that create real value for members. - Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) to optimize system performance. - Excellent communication skills to collaborate within a diverse team environment. Extra Credit - Experience with AI, chatbots, or conversational interfaces. Perks Handshake delivers benefits that help you feel supported—and thrive at work and in life. The below benefits are for full-time US employees. 🎯 Ownership: Equity in a fast-growing company 💰 Financial Wellness: 401(k) match, competitive compensation, financial coaching 🍼 Family Support: Paid parental leave, fertility benefits, parental coaching 💝 Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision, mental health support, wellness stipend 📚 Growth: Learning stipend, ongoing development 💻 Remote & Office: Internet, commuting, and free lunch/gym in our SF office 🏝 Time Off: Flexible PTO, 15 holidays + 2 flex days 🤝 Connection: Team outings & referral bonuses Explore our mission, values, and comprehensive US benefits at joinhandshake.com/careers http://joinhandshake.com/careers.