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Senior Platform Engineer

Senior Platform Engineer

SearchLabsToronto, ON, Canada
27 days ago
Salary
CA$150,000.00–CA$200,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We’re seeking a Senior Platform Engineer to join a fast-growing, YC-backed startup. If you have a strong technical background, expertise in backend systems, and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges, this is an exceptional opportunity. You’ll be part of a talented and collaborative team, playing a pivotal role in shaping the company’s technical direction and driving its success.The Role : As a Senior Platform Engineer, you’ll be responsible for designing and implementing scalable backend systems and optimizing data workflows to handle high-throughput data processing. You’ll collaborate with a talented team to tackle complex infrastructure challenges and contribute to shaping the company’s technical direction.Location : This is a hybrid role based in Toronto, requiring 4 days onsite and 1 remote day per week.About You :

  • You are a skilled engineer with expertise in Spark, Flink, and Kafka.
  • You thrive in fast-paced startup environments and are excited about the opportunity to shape both technology and culture.
  • You are a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and a proven ability to drive end-to-end projects.About Our Client :
  • A YC-backed startup scaling a cutting-edge platform post-funding.
  • Backed by top-tier investors and targeting an untapped market with significant growth potential.
  • A product-driven company with a collaborative and vibrant team culture.Responsibilities :
  • Architect and build the core platform to ensure scalability and reliability.
  • Collaborate with founders to define and execute the technical vision.
  • Scale the engineering team and processes as the company grows.
  • Lead the development of a high-performance tech stack, including TypeScript, Node.js / Java, AWS, Iceberg, Spark, Flink, and Kafka.Qualifications :
  • Strong experience with Spark, Flink, Kafka, and lakehouse architectures
  • Experience with TypeScript, Node.js / Java, and AWS.
  • Proven track record in building scalable platforms.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment and deliver impactful results.Compensation & Benefits :
  • Competitive salary : $150K–$200K base + equity.
  • Benefits : Wellness spending account, 4 weeks PTO, and standard health benefits.If you’re excited about leveraging your experience to build scalable systems and solve complex data challenges, we’d love to hear from you!
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Senior Platform Engineer • Toronto, ON, Canada