Senior Backend Architect: Kubernetes, SaaS & Scale Leader

Luminary Cloud

San Mateo (CA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Luminary Cloud is seeking an experienced backend leader with over 10 years in developing scalable SaaS systems. This role involves leading a team, architecting robust systems, and driving best practices in code quality and security. The ideal candidate has proven expertise in Kubernetes, cloud infrastructure, and strong mentoring skills. Join us in San Mateo, California to innovate and enhance our industry-leading Physics AI platform.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience building highly performant, scalable distributed systems.
  • Proven expertise in building Kubernetes-based applications.
  • Strong focus on designing and implementing scalable SaaS systems.
  • Experience leading and mentoring a developer team.
  • Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure and SRE practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of backend & infrastructure developers.
  • Architect and develop robust backend systems and APIs.
  • Implement best practices for code quality and security.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features.
  • Enhance infrastructure with containerization and cloud solutions.

Skills

Kubernetes expertise
Backend development
Cloud infrastructure
Scalability solutions
Security principles
CI/CD pipelines
Problem-solving
Communication skills

Job description

Luminary Cloud is seeking an experienced backend leader with over 10 years in developing scalable SaaS systems. This role involves leading a team, architecting robust systems, and driving best practices in code quality and security. The ideal candidate has proven expertise in Kubernetes, cloud infrastructure, and strong mentoring skills. Join us in San Mateo, California to innovate and enhance our industry-leading Physics AI platform.
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