
About Cloudinary
Empowering visual experiences through cloud technology
Key Highlights
- 8,000+ customers including Forbes & Ted Baker
- $75 million raised in funding
- Headquartered in Santa Clara, CA
- AI-powered FinalTouch platform for product imagery
Cloudinary is a leading cloud-based image and video management platform headquartered in Santa Clara, CA. Trusted by over 8,000 customers including Forbes and Ted Baker, Cloudinary enables businesses to optimize and deliver visual content across websites and apps. The company has raised $75 million ...
π Benefits
Cloudinary offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and a flexible remote work environment to support work-life balance....
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Cloudinary fosters a culture of innovation and creativity, prioritizing engineering excellence and a commitment to leveraging AI to enhance visual con...

Backend Engineer β’ Staff
Cloudinary β’ Krakow - On-Site
Overview
Cloudinary is hiring a Staff Backend Engineer to lead the development of their Media Management product. You'll work with Ruby and Go to enhance a high-scale, distributed system. This position requires expertise in backend engineering and mentoring capabilities.
Job Description
Who you are
You have extensive experience in backend engineering, particularly with distributed systems β you've navigated complex architectures and understand the intricacies of building scalable solutions. Your expertise in Ruby is complemented by a proactive approach to transitioning legacy systems into modern architectures, particularly with Go. You are not just a coder; you are a mentor who enjoys guiding junior engineers and fostering a collaborative environment.
You thrive in a team-oriented setting, where open communication and shared decision-making are key β your ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders makes you an invaluable asset. You are bold and courageous, ready to tackle challenges head-on and bring innovative solutions to the table. Your proactive mindset drives you to seek out opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
What you'll do
As a Staff Backend Engineer at Cloudinary, you will take ownership of the Media Management product, working closely with a diverse team to enhance its capabilities. You will dive into the existing Ruby monolith, identifying areas for improvement and leading the transition to Go-based services. Your role will involve designing and implementing robust APIs that facilitate seamless media asset management for users.
You will collaborate with product managers and designers to ensure that the solutions you build meet user needs and enhance the overall user experience. Your responsibilities will include conducting code reviews, mentoring other engineers, and contributing to architectural decisions that shape the future of the product. You will also be involved in performance optimization and ensuring the reliability of the services you develop.
What we offer
At Cloudinary, we offer a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and be part of a team that values collaboration and creativity. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in shaping the future of media management and making a meaningful impact in the industry.
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