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Platform Engineer with Cloud and Distributed Systems Expertise

Railway

About Railway

Railway is on a mission to create a world where developers can ship software without friction. We are a platform as a service that brings human-friendly design standards to internet infrastructure, helping more great ideas come to life.

About the Role

As a Platform Engineer at Railway, you will be at the forefront of building the infrastructure that powers our platform. This role involves creating system-level software and tools that enable our users to build and scale their applications efficiently. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining the core components that make our platform robust and scalable.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build System-Level Software: Develop software from scratch based on first principles to meet unique challenges that are not addressed by standard solutions.
  • Master OS Level Primitives: Optimize CPU, memory, network, and kernel usage to enhance platform efficiency.
  • Focus on Distributed Systems: Design and implement fault-tolerant, resilient, and scalable services.
  • Develop Golang/Rust GRPC Services: Create scalable and performant services to expose complex capabilities to the wider company.
  • High Impact Role: Contribute directly to the company culture, trajectory, and outcomes.

About You

  • Strong Understanding of Distributed Systems: You enjoy building services that are fault-tolerant and scalable.
  • Intuition for Longevity: You can design solutions that last and adapt over time.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: You have the grit to dive into problems, implement solutions, and scale them as needed.
  • Excellent Communication Skills: You can effectively communicate your ideas and solutions.

Things to Know

  • Startup Environment: We are a small, distributed team with high ownership and autonomy.
  • Global Team: Our team is distributed across the globe, requiring diligence in managing work boundaries.
  • Ownership Culture: We value ownership and expect you to take charge of your work and its outcomes.

Benefits and Perks

At Railway, we offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:

  • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance: Comprehensive health benefits for you and your dependents.
  • 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with our retirement savings plan.
  • Autonomy and Ownership: Enjoy a high degree of autonomy with minimal meetings and a focus on impactful work.
  • Growth Opportunities: We support your growth within Railway and beyond.

Join us at Railway and be part of a team that is passionate about building innovative solutions and making a significant impact in the tech industry.

Benefits
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  • Medical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)

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