Backend Infrastructure Engineer

Job Title: Backend Infrastructure Engineer
Location: San Francisco, CA (In-office, 5 days a week)
Compensation: Up to $210,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

About the Role:
Were looking for a talented Backend Infrastructure Engineer to join a fast-moving, high-growth team in San Francisco. This role involves building scalable systems, deploying and managing infrastructure, and creating tools to optimize workflows. Youll play a critical part in reshaping workflows in a cutting-edge industry while working alongside an ambitious and dedicated team.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and impact, with the potential for significant personal and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems and services.
• Set up, monitor, and manage alerting systems for performance and reliability.
• Deploy and manage web services using Linux , Terraform , cloud platforms like Google Cloud or AWS , and container technologies like Kubernetes (K8s) and Docker .
• Collaborate on the design and documentation of RESTful APIs .
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and ensure best practices for deployment and testing.
• Manage databases, particularly Postgres , for performance and scalability.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to ensure system reliability.

What Were Looking For:

• 3-8 years of experience as a Backend or Infrastructure Engineer.
• Hands-on experience with monitoring and alerting systems.
• Proficiency with Python and frameworks like Flask or Django .
• Strong understanding of CI/CD practices and build systems.
• Experience working in high-growth environments or holding a degree in Computer Science from a top-tier university.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, working extended hours as needed.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with image processing or building agentic AI systems.
• Familiarity with the medical industry, though not required.

Work Authorization:
The role is open to candidates with TN, H1B, and O1 visas.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a transformative mission to innovate a critical industry.
• Enjoy a collaborative and dynamic work environment with a passionate team.
• Work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, shaping the future of AI-powered platforms.

Note: Relocation candidates are welcome to apply, but relocation assistance is not provided.