Staff Fullstack Engineer
Quick answer
Playlab is hiring a remote-first Staff Fullstack Engineer to lead the development of AI-native educational applications and collaborative platforms.
- Role
- Staff Fullstack Engineer
- Organization
- Playlab
- Location
- Remote-first
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
Playlab is a tech non-profit focused on equipping educators and students with open-source AI tools to build custom applications. They are seeking a Staff Fullstack Engineer to lead the architectural design and implementation of AI-native interfaces and educational collaboration tools. This role involves working across the full stack to build systems that allow educators to create AI agents and applications with ease. The successful candidate will collaborate cross-functionally to push the boundaries of AI in education while mentoring other engineering team members.
What you'll do
- Architect and ship subsystems across the full stack from React/Remix frontend to Node.js backend.
- Design and implement core application builders that allow educators to create AI apps using natural language.
- Collaborate with designers, ML engineers, and product teams to translate needs into scalable technical solutions.
- Mentor engineers on fullstack development, design patterns, and app architecture through pairing and reviews.
- Build discovery and sharing systems to foster a thriving educator-creator community.
What it takes
- 7+ years of experience building production web applications across frontend and backend.
- Strong proficiency in modern React frameworks (specifically Remix) and TypeScript.
- Extensive experience building backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
- Proven ability to work effectively with designers and translate UI/UX designs into functional features.
- Demonstrated success working in high-agency, collaborative remote environments.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is remote-first, and the organization emphasizes strong communication skills to ensure successful collaboration across distributed teams.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not explicitly specified in the job description.
What level of experience is required?
The role requires at least 7 years of experience building production-grade web applications across both frontend and backend systems.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not provide a specific application deadline or portal link; interested candidates should monitor the Playlab careers page or contact the organization directly.
How to apply
Apply directly on Playlab's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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