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Key skills for this role
Execute strategic technical initiatives that deliver wide-reaching improvements to infrastructure and engineering workflows
Identify and solve core technical problems, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and reusability
Scope and execute complex projects from conception to delivery
Collaborate across teams and brands, partnering with application engineers and stakeholders to implement solutions at company-scale
Propose and implement architectural improvements to support long-term growth and resilience
Contribute hands-on through coding, infrastructure design, and system optimization
Bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science or a related discipline
6+ years of professional hands-on Software Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering or Platform Engineering experience
Extensive experience with at least one programming language, e.g. Java, C++, Python, Go
Deep experience with cloud platforms (AWS or GCP) and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
Strong understanding of backend systems—web servers, message queues, databases, load balancers, etc.
Fluency in observability tools and methodologies
Proven ability to collaborate across teams and communicate effectively
Ability to quickly learn and work with a variety of technologies, bringing a passion for improving systems and modernizing tech stacks
The base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000 to $200,000 + equity + benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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