Greenhouse ·
full-timeSoftware Engineer, Notifications
Discord · San Francisco Bay Area
Discord is a communication platform designed to help communities and friends connect through voice, video, and text, with a strong focus on gaming and shared interests. As a Software Engineer on the Notifications team, you will be responsible for building and refining the infrastructure and client-side experiences that manage how millions of users receive alerts. Your daily responsibilities will involve developing scalable systems to ensure notifications are timely and relevant, collaborating with machine learning engineers to optimize signal quality, and working closely with product and design teams to balance user experience with system performance. This role is well-suited for engineers with at least two years of professional experience who are proficient in Python, Elixir, or TypeScript. The ideal candidate possesses a strong quality-first mindset, an ability to own projects from conception to deployment, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Experience with growth-focused teams or previous work on notification systems is considered an advantage, as is a familiarity with the Discord platform itself.
Discord has a highly engaged community of millions of daily active users who use the platform for many different reasons, but there’s one thing that nearly everyone does: play video games. Discord plays a uniquely important role in the future of gaming, and we are focused on making it easier and more fun for people to hang out before, during, and after playing games. The Notifications squad is a multidisciplinary group of engineers working across client experiences, infrastructure, and machine learning to make sure every notification Discord sends is high signal and high value. As a Software Engineer on Notifications, you'll own well-defined projects end-to-end, sweat the details of a great user experience, and grow your craft alongside a team that ships reliably and cares deeply about quality. This person will report to the Senior Engineering Manager for Growth. What You'll Be Doing Improve client device experiences for receiving notifications and tailoring notification preferences Build the platform that enables all other teams in the company to send delightful notifications while delivering the maximum value to our users. Pair with Machine Learning engineers to optimize global notification signals and quality. Maintain a high quality bar for our platform’s operational health and client performance Pair with Product and Design leads to find the right solutions that balance delight, speed of delivery and impact What you should have 2+ years of professional software engineering experience Proficiency in one or more of Python, Elixir, or Typescript with eagerness to learn new languages and skills A track record of delivering high quality software reliably and on time Attention to detail and a quality-first mindset: you sweat the right details and catch your own bugs before they reach customers You are motivated to help your team members succeed, grow, and learn from each other through empathetic feedback A customer-focused approach and comfort working toward clear, measurable team goals Bonus Points You are a Discord user, and understand the core features and flow of Discord communications You have previously worked on notifications or been a part of a growth team The US base salary range for this full-time position is $160,000 to $180,000 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role and level. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity, or benefits. Why Discord? Discord plays a uniquely important role in the future of gaming. We're a multiplatform, multigenerational and multiplayer platform that helps people deepen their friendships around games and shared interests, and helps developers build and grow their businesses. We believe games give us a way to have fun with our favorite people, whether listening to music together or grinding in competitive matches for diamond rank. Join us in our mission! Your future is just a click away! Discord is committed to inclusion and providing reasonable accommodations during the interview process. We want you to feel set up for success, so if you are in need of reasonable accommodations, please let your recruiter know. Please see our Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy for details regarding Discord’s collection and usage of personal information relating to the application and recruitment process by clicking HERE.
| Role | Software Engineer, Notifications |
|---|---|
| Company | Discord |
| Location | San Francisco Bay Area |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-09-22 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
Typical process for this type of role
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- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
Before you apply
0/4Software Engineer, Notifications at Discord: frequently asked questions
- What is the salary for this role?
- Discord has not stated compensation in the listing. Check the original posting or ask during the application process.
- Is the Software Engineer, Notifications position remote, hybrid or onsite?
- The listing gives San Francisco Bay Area as the location and does not state a work mode.
- What is the application deadline?
- Discord has not listed a fixed deadline, so apply early in case the opening is filled.
- How do I apply for the Software Engineer, Notifications role?
- Use the Apply button on this page. It opens the original listing on job-boards.greenhouse.io, where you submit your application with the company.
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