Backend / Infrastructure Engineer

Rainesdev
San Francisco, CA

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a key contributor, you will design, deploy, and maintain scalable backend infrastructure that powers our web services. You will work with cutting-edge technologies to build and optimize systems that drive our business forward. This role is perfect for engineers with a strong foundation in backend or infrastructure development and a passion for delivering reliable, high-performance applications.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems and infrastructure components.
  • Deploy and manage web services using Linux, Terraform, and cloud service providers (e.g., Google Cloud, AWS).
  • Build containerized applications using tools such as Kubernetes (K8s) and Docker.
  • Develop and deploy backend applications using common web frameworks (e.g., Flask, Django).
  • Design, document, and maintain RESTful APIs to support internal and external integrations.
  • Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and manage build systems to ensure smooth deployments.
  • Work with Postgres databases, ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify system requirements and create solutions at scale.

Qualifications

  • Experience: 3–8 years as a backend or infrastructure engineer.
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Proficiency in deploying and managing web services on Linux systems.
    • Hands-on experience with cloud service providers (Google Cloud, AWS, etc.).
    • Strong understanding of infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform.
    • Proficiency in containerization and orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker).
    • Advanced knowledge of Python and experience with frameworks like Flask and Django.
    • Experience designing and maintaining RESTful APIs.
  • Database Management: Expertise in Postgres database development and optimization.
  • CI/CD Practices: Solid understanding of CI/CD best practices and experience managing build systems.
  • Scalable Infrastructure: Experience building backend services and infrastructure components at scale.
  • Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting and presenting technical designs.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth startup or tech environment.
  • Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana).
  • Knowledge of microservices architecture and distributed systems design.
  • Exposure to performance profiling and optimization.

If you are passionate about building robust backend systems and thrive in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and join a team that values innovation, ownership, and technical excellence.

Posted 2025-08-22

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