
About Vercel
The front-end platform developers trust
Key Highlights
- Founded in 2015, originally as Zeit
- Over $563 million raised in Series D funding
- Popular Next.js framework used by major brands
- Serves clients like Meta, McDonald's, and Under Armour
Vercel, headquartered in Walnut, CA, is a leading Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) provider specializing in front-end development. The company is known for its popular Next.js framework, which supports the Jamstack architecture, enabling developers to create fast and secure websites. With over $563 mill...
🎁 Benefits
Vercel offers an inclusive healthcare package, unlimited PTO with a recommended 4 weeks off per year, and stock options. Employees enjoy a flexible wo...
🌟 Culture
Vercel fosters a culture focused on optimizing the development and deployment experience. As a remote-first company, it values flexibility and inclusi...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Vercel is hiring a Software Engineer for their Builds team to enhance CI/CD infrastructure. You'll work with Next.js and cloud technologies to improve build performance and reliability. This role requires experience in high-scale systems.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering, particularly in building and optimizing CI/CD systems — your experience includes working with cloud infrastructure and understanding the intricacies of build processes. You are passionate about improving developer experiences and have a knack for product thinking, which allows you to create features that benefit both internal teams and the broader developer community.
You thrive in high-scale environments, having worked on systems that handle significant traffic and numerous builds daily. Your technical expertise is complemented by your ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring that the solutions you develop align with user needs and business goals.
You are excited about the potential of AI and modern web technologies, and you stay updated on industry trends that can enhance the developer experience. You understand the importance of reliability and performance in software delivery, and you are committed to delivering high-quality solutions.
Desirable
Experience with Next.js is a plus, as it is a key technology at Vercel. Familiarity with cloud platforms and CI/CD tools will help you hit the ground running. A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn new technologies will set you apart in this role.
What you'll do
As a Software Engineer on the CI/CD team, you will be responsible for building and refining the infrastructure that powers Vercel's build processes. Your work will directly impact how developers interact with builds, enhancing both performance and reliability. You will collaborate closely with product managers and other engineers to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions that streamline the build experience.
You will engage in deep systems work, focusing on optimizing the performance of the CI/CD pipeline and ensuring that it can handle the scale of over 1 million builds per day. Your role will involve analyzing system performance metrics, troubleshooting issues, and implementing enhancements that improve the overall developer experience.
You will also have the opportunity to contribute to product features that serve both internal teams and Vercel's global developer community. Your insights and technical expertise will help shape the future of how software is built and deployed on the Vercel platform.
What we offer
Vercel provides a collaborative and inclusive work environment where you can thrive. You will have the flexibility of a hybrid work model, allowing you to balance in-office and remote work. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
You will be part of a team that is passionate about building the best tools for developers, and you will have the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of the web. Vercel is committed to your professional growth, offering opportunities for learning and development as you advance in your career.
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