Software Engineer – Backend Infrastructure

November 20

🏄 California – Remote

Although this job is listed in California, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

🗽 New York – Remote

Although this job is listed in New York, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $224k - $336k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🔙 Backend Engineer

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Vercel

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SaaS • Web 3 • Cloud Computing

Vercel is a platform providing developer tools and cloud infrastructure to build, scale, and secure faster and more personalized web applications. It specializes in optimizing web performance through features like fast load times, scalable infrastructure, and global CDN distribution. The platform supports developers with automated workflows, a wide range of templates, and seamless integration with tools like Git for quick deployment. Vercel also emphasizes observability and security, offering privacy-friendly analytics and enterprise-level conformance.

201 - 500 employees

Founded 2016

☁️ SaaS

🌐 Web 3

💰 $150M Series D on 2021-11

📋 Description

• Architect, build, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and reliable backend systems for AI-driven development experiences. • Develop and enhance AI-powered tools and services within the v0 ecosystem to improve code generation, automation, and platform integrations. • Design APIs and services that enable seamless interactions between AI models, user input, and Vercel infrastructure. • Monitor, diagnose, and resolve complex distributed systems issues to ensure reliability at scale. • Stay ahead of emerging trends in AI, cloud architecture, and developer tooling, identifying opportunities to enhance the v0 platform. • Collaborate cross-functionally with design, product, and platform engineering to ship features that delight developers.

🎯 Requirements

• Deep experience designing distributed systems, microservices, or high-performance backend architectures. • Familiarity with AI/LLM-powered systems, developer tools, or platform engineering. • Strong understanding of TypeScript, Node.js, or similar backend languages. • Passion for the developer experience and a desire to build magical, intuitive workflows. • You thrive in ambiguous environments and enjoy shipping in fast cycles.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including equity. • Inclusive Healthcare Package. • Learn and Grow - we provide mentorship and send you to events that help you build your network and skills. • Flexible Time Off. • We will provide you the gear you need to do your role, and a WFH budget for you to outfit your space as needed.