Senior Backend / SRE Engineer

Job Description This is a remote position. What You’ll Work On High-scale distributed systems handling large data volumes (TB-scale pipelines) Reliability and uptime across microservices-based architectures Performance optimization and system resilience under real-world load Backend systems that directly impact user experience and product growth Key Responsibilities Maintain and improve large-scale data pipelines and backend systems Ensure high availability and performance across multiple microservices Build tools to automate deployment, monitoring, and incident response Take ownership of production systems, not just development tasks Work closely with founders / global teams to solve critical engineering problems Contribute to backend features with a strong focus on scalability and reliability Requirements Required Experience 8+ years in software engineering 5+ years in backend engineering or SRE roles Strong experience in distributed systems and microservices Proficiency in at least two: C# (.NET Core) Python Node.js with TypeScript Experience with AWS (Kinesis, DynamoDB preferred) Strong debugging and system-level thinking Ideal Candidate Traits Thinks in terms of systems, not just code Takes end-to-end ownership of reliability and performance Comfortable working in high-ambiguity startup environments Communicates clearly with global, non-India stakeholders Focused on outcomes, not activity Benefits Flexible Work with Accountability Work remotely with clear deliverables, not micromanagement Generous Time Off Paid leave, sick days, and mental wellness breaks Health Insurance Coverage Comprehensive medical insurance for you and your family Home Office Setup Allowance Build a workspace that supports deep work Learning & Growth Budget Access to global courses, certifications, and conferences High-Impact Work Direct exposure to YC founders and global product environments Performance-Linked Upside Bonus structures tied to pod performance and outcomes