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Quizlet is hiring a Staff Software Engineer – User Identity, Messaging & Trust Infrastructure. The role involves leading architectural development for authentication, authorization, and trust & safety systems, designing secure and scalable infrastructure while mentoring engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support compliance and long-term growth.

Highlights

Lead architecture for authentication, authorization, and account management systems
Develop frameworks for consent management, secure messaging, and user protection
Modernize legacy systems to enhance scalability, observability, and compliance
Partner with product, legal, and data teams on trust & safety priorities
Mentor engineers and define long-term technical standards
Require 8+ years in backend/platform engineering with expertise in identity or trust systems
Strong secure system design and data protection knowledge
Experience with Node.js, Go, Python, or TypeScript
Market competitive total compensation with base salary range $220,700 - $268,100 plus stock options
Work onsite a minimum of three days per week in San Francisco

Staff Software Engineer – User Identity, Messaging & Trust Infrastructure Full 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. Weâre energized by the potential to power more learners through multiple approaches and various tools.

Letâs 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 Quizletâs identity, messaging, and trust & safety platforms. Youâll 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.

This is an onsite position in our San Francisco office, with a minimum of three days per week onsite: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

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 Node.js, 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 $220,700 - $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?

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

ð§ Cutting-edge tech: Generative AI, adaptive learning, cognitive science

ð Strong momentum: Top-tier investors, sustainable business, real traction

ð¯ Mission-first: Work that makes a difference in peopleâs lives

ð¤ 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, weâre excited about passionate people joining our teamâeven if you donât 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.â

Quizletâs 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!

To All Recruiters and Placement Agencies:

At this time, Quizlet does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and/or profiles.

Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website or to any Quizlet employee. Quizlet will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm nor will it be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. All unsolicited resumes received will be considered the property of Quizlet.

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