Software Engineer

Overview

Artificial Intelligence. Actual Impact. At Docebo, AI isn’t just a buzzword — it’s how we help teams move faster, perform better, and focus on the work that actually matters. Our learning platform is built with smart, time-saving tools that personalize training, cut the busywork, and make learning feel like less of a chore (and more of a superpower).

We’re building the future of learning, and we’re doing it with a team that loves to challenge the status quo. If you're excited by the idea of using AI to make work-life better for real people — not just in theory — you're in the right place.

At Docebo, values aren’t just posters on the wall — they show up in how we work every day. We lead with what we call the Docebo Heart: we trust each other, assume positive intent, and make space for the differences that make our team stronger. Join 900+ Docebians around the world and help us reinvent the way people learn.

About This Opportunity

The Software Engineer is critical in developing and maintaining Docebo's SaaS platform. As a key member of the extraction team, this role is responsible for decommissioning a monolithic PHP application into multiple services in PHP or microservices in Golang and developing new functionalities within the team's domain. The developer will operate within an Agile environment, contributing to serverless microservices, API development, and cloud-based solutions. This role emphasizes the principles of Full Accountability, Near Zero Handovers, and Near Zero Dependencies, ensuring efficient and high-quality product delivery.

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Location: Hybrid Biassono, Italy

To help our teams work together effectively, this role requires you to be located in Italy.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy foundational, scalable, and resilient platform services and APIs to optimize overall platform health and performance
• Collaborate extensively with internal development teams, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand core requirements and deliver robust platform capabilities and enhancements from ideation to production
• Uphold and champion high standards of code quality, performance, and security by writing clean, efficient, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code, actively participating in rigorous code reviews
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives), contributing to effective sprint execution and continuous process improvement
• Contribute to and evolve our robust CI/CD pipelines, ensuring seamless, automated deployment of platform services and applications within secure AWS cloud environments
• Drive and champion architectural improvements and refactoring initiatives to continuously enhance platform performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability, actively reducing technical debt
• Provide expert-level operational support for critical platform services, swiftly identifying and resolving complex production issues to ensure high availability, optimal performance, and minimal disruption for internal and external users

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in developing large-scale applications, preferably with PHP or Node.js, or Go. Experience with any object-oriented languages is also valued, but you are willing to work with PHP
• In-depth experience with MySQL and strong knowledge of optimization methods
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment, with an understanding of CI/CD processes
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), containerization (e.g., Docker)
• Ability to diagnose and fix complex issues in a timely and efficient manner
• Experience with automated testing, including TDD
• Understanding of web-related security issues (OWASP)
• Command of the English language, both verbally and in writing
• A deep understanding of cross-functional, multiple-team-based software development

Nice to have

• Experience with GoLang, JavaScript/Typescript, and Bash
• Experience with IaC and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with AWS services and cloud-native development

Benefits & Perks

• Generous Vacation Policy, plus extra floating holidays to use for religious or cultural events that matter to you
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Career progression/internal mobility opportunities
• Four employee resource groups to get involved with (the Docebo Women's Alliance, PRIDE, BIDOC, and Green Ambassadors)
• WeWork partnership and “Work from Anywhere” program

Hybrid Office Model

We believe when people are together, they develop deeper relationships and accelerate innovation. All Docebo employees worldwide are “hybrid.” We encourage in-person collaboration while supporting work-from-home when employees need dedicated focus time. Each team leader decides how often teams come into the office, considering team and employee needs. Our Talent Acquisition team will share hybrid details during the first interview.

About Docebo

Here at Docebo, we power learning experiences for over 3000 customers around the world with our AI-powered Suite. We have achieved 2 IPOs (TSX: DCBO & NASDAQ: DCBO) and are recognized as a Top SaaS e-learning Solution. Docebo is a global company with offices in North America, EMEA, APAC and more. Our six core values are Innovation, Simplicity, Accountability, Togetherness, Curiosity, and Impact.

Docebo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, or any other category protected under applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application, please email recruiting_accommodations(at)docebo.com with a description of the requested accommodation and the position you’re applying for.

It is preferable that you submit your CV in English. Thank you!

Job Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Software Development

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