
About Grafana
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Key Highlights
- Over 1 million active users globally
- $220 million raised in funding
- $3 billion valuation
- Headquartered in New York City
Grafana Labs, headquartered in New York City, is the creator of Grafana, a leading open-source analytics and visualization platform used by over 1 million users worldwide. The platform integrates with various data sources, enabling users to create dynamic dashboards and alerts. Grafana Labs has rais...
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Skills & Technologies
Overview
Grafana is hiring a Backend Software Engineer for their Mimir Ingest team. You'll work with Grafana's observability platform and technologies like Docker and PostgreSQL. This position is remote and open to applicants based in Germany.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in backend engineering, with experience in building scalable systems that handle large volumes of data. You are familiar with observability tools and understand the importance of metrics, logs, and traces in modern software applications. Your expertise in Java and PostgreSQL allows you to design efficient data models and optimize queries for performance. You thrive in a remote-first environment and are comfortable collaborating with distributed teams across different time zones.
You have experience working with Docker and understand containerization principles, which helps you in deploying applications consistently across various environments. Your knowledge of Grafana and its ecosystem is a plus, as you appreciate the value of open-source software and community-driven development. You are proactive in seeking solutions and enjoy tackling complex problems with innovative approaches.
What you'll do
As a Backend Software Engineer at Grafana, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the Mimir Ingest component of our observability platform. You will work closely with product managers and other engineers to design and implement features that enhance the user experience and improve system performance. Your role will involve writing clean, maintainable code and participating in code reviews to ensure high-quality standards.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate various data sources into Grafana, enabling users to visualize and analyze their data effectively. You will also contribute to the architecture and design of the backend systems, ensuring they are scalable and resilient. Monitoring and optimizing the performance of the services you build will be a key part of your responsibilities, as will troubleshooting and resolving any issues that arise in production.
What we offer
Grafana Labs offers a flexible remote work environment, allowing you to work from anywhere in Germany. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration and innovation. We provide opportunities for professional growth and development, encouraging you to expand your skills and take on new challenges. Our culture is built on transparency and trust, and we believe in empowering our employees to make meaningful contributions to our mission of improving observability for our users.
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