Staff Software EngineerSan Francisco, CA

Amplitude is the leading AI analytics platform, helping over 4,700 customers—including Atlassian, Burger King, NBCUniversal, and Square—to build better products and digital experiences. With powerful AI Agents embedded across our platform, teams can analyze, test, and optimize user experiences faster than ever. Ranked #1 across multiple categories in G2’s Winter 2026 Report, Amplitude is the best‑in‑class solution for product, data, and marketing teams. As an organization, we deliver for our customers by living our values. We operate from a place of humility, take ownership of problems and successes, approach challenges with a growth mindset, and put our customers at the center of everything we do. Amplitude’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI): Amplitude believes that diversity enables the creation of better products, enhances problem‑solving, and drives more powerful solutions. We strive to create an environment of inclusion—focused on psychological safety, empathy, and human connection—that allows employees of all backgrounds to thrive. About the Role Experiment is one of the fastest‑growing and most strategic bets at Amplitude. It sits at the intersection of product, data, and decision‑making, and we’re looking for a Staff Product Engineer to help take it to the next level. Why this role matters This isn’t a “take tickets and ship code” role. You’ll operate as an owner, shaping both the product and the technical direction of a system used by some of the most sophisticated product teams in the world. You’ll work across the stack—React frontend, Node.js and Python backend—to build intuitive, high‑performance experiences that make experimentation accessible, powerful, and trustworthy. What You’ll Do Own critical product surfaces end‑to‑end from ideation to production and beyond Drive product direction in partnership with design and product leaders Build and evolve systems across React, Node.js, and Python that scale with customer growth Leverage modern AI tooling to dramatically accelerate development, prototyping, and iteration cycles Raise the bar for engineering quality—code, architecture, and user experience Lead by example—through hands‑on development, technical mentorship, and thoughtful decision‑making Move fast on ambiguous problems, turning ideas into shipped, customer‑facing value What We’re Looking For Proven experience operating at a Staff‑level scope; you’ve led large, ambiguous initiatives with significant business impact Strong full‑stack expertise (React + backend systems such as Node.js and/or Python) A deep sense of ownership—you don’t wait for direction; you create it Exceptional product taste—you care deeply about UX, details, and building things people love An AI‑native mindset—you actively use and experiment with the latest AI tools to amplify your impact and rethink how software gets built Ability to balance speed and quality in a high‑velocity environment Strong judgment in technical trade‑offs and system design What Sets You Apart You think like a product builder first, engineer second You’re constantly reinventing how you work, using cutting‑edge tools and workflows to achieve outsized results You’re energized by open‑ended problems with no clear “right” answer You hold a high bar, not just for your own work, but for the team and product as a whole You turn ambiguity into clarity and momentum Why Amplitude Work on a product used by thousands of companies to make better decisions Be part of a team that’s expanding beyond analytics into a full digital optimization platform Join a culture that values ownership, velocity, and craft Have outsized impact on a top company priority Our Values Humility: We operate from a place of empathy and openness, seeking to understand many points of view. Ownership: We take the initiative to solve problems that drive our shared company success. Growth Mindset: We’re tenacious in the face of challenges and seek feedback in order to grow ourselves and others. Customer Centricity: We put the customer at the center of everything we do and are deeply committed to their success. Benefits Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance coverages, with 100% employer‑paid premiums for employee medical, dental, vision on select plans Flexible time off, paid holidays, and more Generous stipends to spend on what matters most to you—wellness (monthly), commuter transit/parking (monthly), learning and development (quarterly), home office equipment (annual), and much more Excellent parental benefits including 12‑20 weeks of paid parental leave, Fertility Benefits/Adoption/Surrogacy support, and backup childcare support Mental health and wellness benefits—no‑cost employee access to Modern Health coaching & therapy sessions and high‑quality physician office experience via One Medical membership (select U.S. locations only) Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) Equal Employment Opportunities Amplitude provides equal employment opportunities (EEO). All applicants are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. This role is eligible for equity, benefits and other forms of compensation. Salary Information Based on Colorado law, the following details are for individuals who will work for Amplitude in Colorado: Colorado range: $198,000 - $299,000 total target cash (inclusive of bonus or commission). Based on legislation in New York City: New York City salary range: $220,000 - $331,000 total target cash. Based on legislation in California for the San Francisco Bay Area: $220,000 - $331,000 total target cash. Outside the Bay Area: $198,000 - $299,000 total target cash. Based on legislation in Washington state: $198,000 - $299,000 total target cash. Additional Information Based on legislation in Washington state, the following details are for individuals who will work for Amplitude in Washington: unlimited PTO, 10 to 13 holidays annually, medical dental and vision PPO and CDHP plans, and a company‑sponsored 401(k) retirement plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr Amplitude Software Co