Platform Staff Engineer
life· YouVersion Platform
About this role
The YouVersion Platform Staff Engineer designs and builds the APIs and backend services that power a growing ecosystem of third-party developers. This role takes an active hand in both writing production code and shaping technical direction — balancing hands-on engineering with mentorship and code review.
Deeply invested in the developer experience of external partners, this role brings API-first thinking and a commitment to quality that makes YouVersion Platform a joy to build on. Beyond the technical work, it is grounded in YouVersion's mission to help people engage with the Bible — and the conviction that a great platform multiplies that impact exponentially.
YouVersion was created by the local church in 2007 and remains a ministry of Life.Church today. At Life.Church, our mission is to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. Our team is committed to reaching people worldwide through innovative technology. And YouVersion is one of the ways we get to do that. Life.Church is a multi-site Christian church meeting in the United States and globally at Life.Church Online.
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The salary for this Platform Staff Engineer role at life is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Platform Staff Engineer position at life located?
This Platform Staff Engineer role at life is based in Edmond, OK. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Platform Staff Engineer role at life full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time/ Salary position. It is posted as a Platform Staff Engineer role in the YouVersion Platform department at life.
Which team or department does the Platform Staff Engineer at life belong to?
This Platform Staff Engineer position is part of the YouVersion Platform department at life. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Platform Staff Engineer job at life posted?
This Platform Staff Engineer position at life was posted on Feb 25, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Platform Staff Engineer
life
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