Backend Engineer • Staff

Who you are

You have a strong background in backend engineering, ideally with experience in building and maintaining production systems. You thrive in environments where you can take ownership of projects and see them through from conception to deployment. Your ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team setting is essential, as you will be part of a dynamic group focused on creating innovative solutions. You understand the importance of a positive company culture and are eager to contribute to a supportive and engaging work environment.

You are comfortable with the full lifecycle of product development, from defining product requirements to operationalizing solutions. You have a passion for creating impactful products that meet user needs and drive business success. Your experience in a startup-like environment will help you adapt quickly and effectively to changing priorities and challenges.

Desirable

Experience with visual moderation or similar technologies would be a plus, as would familiarity with cloud-based solutions and modern development practices. You are open to learning new technologies and methodologies that can enhance your contributions to the team.

What you'll do

As a Staff Backend Engineer at Cloudinary, you will play a crucial role in the development of our Visual Moderation product. You will work closely with product managers and other engineers to define the product vision and translate it into actionable development tasks. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing backend services that are scalable, reliable, and efficient. You will also be involved in code reviews, ensuring that best practices are followed and that the codebase remains maintainable and high-quality.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and provide technical insights that shape the product's direction. Your ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders will be key to your success in this role. You will also be responsible for monitoring the performance of the systems you build and making improvements as necessary to enhance user experience and operational efficiency.

What we offer

At Cloudinary, we foster a culture of innovation and collaboration. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. We believe in empowering our employees to take ownership of their work and make a meaningful impact on the products we create. Our team is small but mighty, and we are committed to building a product that not only meets the needs of our users but also sets new standards in the industry. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of visual moderation technology.