Platform Engineer

GitStart turns tickets into PRs for engineering teams.

We're growing fast, with 13k+ PRs shipped to prod for Firefox Mobile, Drata, Supabase, StoryBook, Union Bank, and more.

Your Mission

We are seeking a Platform Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves working on the core platform, improving its scalability, and ensuring high performance.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the full software development life cycle, from conception to deployment. Become the architect behind our core platform services like the GraphQL federation gateway, GitSlice infrastructure, and webhooks processing. Collaborate closely with our engineering team to define the platform's direction and address challenges with skill. Lead the way in DevOps initiatives, from managing databases to deploying services with precision. Spearhead the formation of a dedicated platform team as we grow.

Responsibilities

1. Design, develop, and implement software solutions on the platform.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products.
3. Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
4. Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
5. Help maintain code quality, organization, and automation.

Who we are searching for

Boasts at least 7 years of experience in software engineering, with a strong background in backend/platform development. Adept at managing complex service ecosystems, guiding projects to success with ease. Proficient in key technologies like PostgreSQL, Elixir, TypeScript, and Python, or eager to learn. Knowledgeable in GraphQL, API design, and building service-oriented architectures.

Desired Qualities

Driven to enhance GitStart's platform, aiming for top performance and reliability. Thrives in collaborative environments, aligning platform development with broader company goals. Comfortable in a DevOps setting, handling both software development and operational tasks. Forward-thinking, always ready to improve our team and technologies for the platform's future. Values innovation and efficiency, contributing to the evolution of GitStart's tech landscape.

Join An Amazing Team

Team includes 50% former founders, many of mission-driven organizations like mPharma and CodePhenix. Patents holders, a national math olympiad winner, and former Typescript team member. 16 nationalities for ~19 people. The number one thing newcomers notice is that people are truly kind.

Perks and Benefits

1. 10 years options exercise windows.
2. Visa Sponsorship.
3. "We Got Your Back" Budget.
4. Growing You Budget.
5. Fully remote company.
6. Equity for everyone who's full-time.
7. Unlimited Paid Time Off.
8. Parental leave.
9. WFH Budget.
10. Meals with fellow GitStarters.

Finally, we offer competitive compensation and meaningful equity along with a chance to make a significant contribution to changing the lives of millions of engineers across the world.

Hackweek Based Recruiting

We're skeptical of resumes and we don't trust interviews. We love inviting people for a hackweek (or hackweekend) - come hack on a problem with us and see if you like it! It's compensated, of course.

And fast: we typically extend offers within 3 working days, starting from the end of the hackweek.