We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer II to join our dynamic and innovative development team. As an experienced contributor at Ookla you will play a key role in web application service development, deployment, scalability, and legacy system migrations. Look to grow your expertise in multiple languages: working in other languages is key in our mixed stack of Go, JavaScript, Python, and PHP. Experience with relational databases like MySQL is expected.

 

If you're passionate about technology, love solving complex problems, and thrive in a people-first culture where individuality, fun, and talent are valued equally, we want to hear from you.

 

 

 

 

 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Strong proficiency with Git
• Proficiency with database technologies such as MySQL, Redshift, and Athena
• Experience with Docker
• Experience implementing API services and documenting them (with e.g. OpenAPI or Smithy)

• Comfortable with front-end development technologies (e.g. React)

• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
• Experience using AWS or similar cloud computing environments to build and scale a web application with serverless technologies like Lambda and Kinesis
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Experience with CoffeeScript
• Experience with observability

 

 

Ookla^® is a global leader in connectivity intelligence, offering unparalleled network insights through the combined expertise of Speedtest^®, Downdetector^®, RootMetrics^®, and Ekahau^®. Ookla’s complementary datasets combine crowdsourced and controlled, public and private collection methods, QoS and QoE metrics, and more to unlock correlations and actionable insights — helping organizations optimize networks, enhance digital experiences, and create better connected experiences for end-users.

 

Our team is a group of people brought together through passion and inspired by possibility. We are looking for team members who love solving problems, are motivated by challenges, and enjoy turning clever ideas into exceptional products. When you work for us, you are using Ookla data and insights to advance our mission of better connectivity for all.                                                         

 

Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, connectivity, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Today, Ziff Davis is focused on seven key verticals – Technology, Connectivity, Shopping, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Cybersecurity and Marketing Technology.  Its brands include IGN, Mashable, RetailMeNot, PCMag, Humble Bundle, Spiceworks, Ookla (Speedtest), RootMetrics, Everyday Health, BabyCenter, Moz, iContact and Vipre Security.

 

Ookla offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as life and disability benefits. Our employees enjoy Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), a 401(k) with company match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

 

We are committed to work-life balance with Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, and paid holidays. We offer family building and caregiving support and generous Family Care and Parental leave, when you need it.  We also provide Fitness Reimbursement and access to wellness programs, ensuring our team stays healthy both physically and mentally.

 

At Ziff Davis, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards. 

 

If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance and thrive both personally and professionally, then Ookla is the place for you.

 

Ziff Davis provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The salary compensation for this role is $120,000/year up to $140,000/year. Individual pay within the compensation range for this business unit specific role is determined based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, education and training, as well as business and company performance.

 

Ziff Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  At Ziff Davis, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has always been about fairness, equal​ opportunity, and belonging.​ DEI enables us to attract and retain the best talent, regardless of background or circumstances, while​ enabling our thousands of employees worldwide to thrive​.