Backend Infrastructure Architect

2 days ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Lightspark Full time

Company Overview

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  • Lightspark is a technology company that aims to build an open payment protocol for the Internet at scale.

Job Description

  • We are seeking a Staff Backend Engineer who thrives in entrepreneurial environments, excels in technical leadership, and has a passion for building robust, scalable systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, architecture, and scaling of critical production services with an eye on both immediate goals and long-term scalability.
  • Develop a deep technical understanding of Lightning and collaborate with the broader community to drive protocol-level improvements and technical innovations.
  • Build and extend a rich services layer that supports a diverse range of use cases, bringing Lightning closer to mass adoption.
  • Lead the development of frameworks for collecting and analyzing Lightning data, using insights to continuously enhance performance and capabilities.
  • Spearhead efforts to introduce advanced functionality that addresses the next generation of complex challenges, expanding Lightning's reach to broader audiences.
  • Act as a technical mentor and leader, promoting a culture of continuous learning and excellence within the engineering team.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in infrastructure or backend engineering, with a demonstrated ability to lead large, complex projects and systems.
  • Proven expertise in programming languages like Rust, Go, and Python.
  • Strong track record of writing high-quality, well-tested code, with an emphasis on reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
  • Extensive experience in complex systems design and implementation, with a focus on distributed systems and large-scale services.
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams, influencing stakeholders and driving alignment on technical decisions.
  • Technical leadership experience, including mentoring engineers, guiding technical roadmaps, and fostering innovation within teams.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent experience. Non-traditional backgrounds with demonstrated technical excellence are also highly valued.
  • Strong data-driven mindset, using metrics and analysis to influence decision-making and improve system performance.
  • Familiarity with modern cloud infrastructure and deployment solutions such as Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, and the ability to architect and maintain cloud-based systems at scale.

Benefits

  • Estimated salary: $180,000 - $250,000 per year.
  • Opportunity to work on a cutting-edge project that aims to revolutionize the way money is moved on the Internet.
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • Competitive benefits package.

Other Information

  • Location: Los Angeles, California (or remote).
  • Lightspark is committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workplace to reflect the customers we serve.
  • We welcome interest from individuals of all backgrounds and levels of experience who share our mission.


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