Our Mission and Opportunity
Early education is one of the greatest determinants of childhood outcomes, is a must for working families, and has lasting social and economic impact. Brightwheel’s vision is high quality early education for every child. We pursue this by directly supporting teachers in the classroom, engaging parents in the development of their kids, and enabling the small businesses that make up the backbone of the $175 billion early education industry. Brightwheel is the most loved technology brand in early education, trusted by tens of thousands of providers and millions of educators and families.
Our Team
Our team is passionate, talented, and customer-focused. We embody our Leadership Principles in our work and culture. We are a fully remote team with employees across every time zone in the US. Our exceptional investor group includes Addition, Bessemer, Emerson Collective, Lowercase Capital, Mark Cuban, Notable Capital, and others.
Who You Are
We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer who is technically well-rounded and motivated by the positive impact their work can have in people’s lives. Our Education team is building a best-in-class learning platform used by administrators, teachers, and parents to support the growth and development of their students and children. In this role, you’ll launch brand-new features and products that empower educators to plan and deliver engaging activities, track student development, and share progress with families.
You are:
- A builder with a growth mindset. You thrive in ambiguity, seek continuous improvement, and embrace learning from wins and misses.
- A true owner. You see things through end-to-end, and take accountability for delivering high-quality solutions that last.
- Customer-focused. You work backwards from the educator and student experience, measuring success by outcomes, not just activity.
- A collaborative partner. You work closely with Product, Design, and stakeholders, engaging with differing perspectives to arrive at the best solution.
- A mentor and multiplier. You share your knowledge, elevate team practices, and help others succeed alongside you.
$154,000 - $237,000 a year
Competitive Earnings:
Brightwheel offers competitive compensation, benchmarked against similar-stage growth companies. We set standard compensation ranges based on function, level, and geographic location. If you have questions about the compensation band for your region, please ask your recruiter.
Equity & Ownership:
We believe in empowering our employees as stakeholders in brightwheel’s success. As an equity holder, your financial upside grows alongside the company’s achievements, offering a truly meaningful and compelling long-term opportunity.
Premium Benefits & Wellness Support:
We want our team members and their families to thrive. We support this through:
--Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits typically valued at $15,000+, with brightwheel providing high coverage for both employees and families
--Generous Paid Parental Leave for growing families
--Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) to recharge and relax
--401(k) Enrollment to help you plan for the future
--Monthly Remote Productivity Stipend
Brightwheel is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.