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Senior OSS Developer — Python (Remote)

Open 16d

What you’ll do

  • Drive the development of our open-source tools like httpie/httpie (50K+ stars on GitHub)

  • Implement features with uncompromising simplicity and top-notch user experience

  • Write high-quality documentation, blog posts, and other technical content

  • Respond to GitHub issues and pull requests

  • Manage releases on various channels (PyPi, Homebrew, Linux, Windows, …)

  • Contribute code and ideas to the overall platform

  • Respond to questions on StackOverflow and Discord

You’ll be a great addition to the team if you have

  • At least 5 years of software engineering and Python experience

  • Demonstrated ability to lead the development of an open-source project

  • Excellent English and technical writing skills

  • Solid understanding of HTTP and modern APIs

  • Passion for developer tools and sense for what makes them amazing

  • Passion for simplicity and delightful user experience

  • Good sense for when to choose a robust vs. minimal solution to move fast

  • Ability to comfortably navigate the ladder of abstraction

  • Eagerness to learn and share

Bonus points

  • Experience with Rust or Go

  • Experience building a technology product

  • Early-stage startup experience

  • History of side projects

  • Entrepreneurial spirit

What we offer

  • Competitive salary and equity

  • MacBook Pro, 5K display, and accessories

  • Company-paid co-working space

  • Work remotely

What this application asks

ashby

Name, Email, Resume

  • GitHub
  • Current company optional
  • Twitter optional
  • Website optional
  • LinkedIn optional
  • Why are you interested working at HTTPie? written answer
  • Anything else we should know about you? written answer · optional

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