Rust Backend Engineer

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 (Range for NYC-based candidates; salary varies based on location and experience)

Svix is a fast-growing tech startup building the future of server to server communications. We've secured $11 million in funding from investors like a16z, Y Combinator, and founders of companies such as Github, Segment, Lookout, and Fly.io. We are a fully remote company with a team spread across the US, primarily in NYC and SF. We are looking for a top-performing backend engineer with Rust experience to build performant message delivery at scale. You’ll tackle interesting technical challenges and contribute to a fast-paced environment where speed of execution is valued. We’re committed to providing a great developer experience, and you’ll be expected to share that passion.

Requirements

• Experience: Building production services with Rust.
• Skills: Strong coding skills and a passion for problem-solving.
• Competencies:
  • Top-performing and passionate engineer.
  • Clear communication and collaboration skills.
  • Obsession with providing a great developer experience.

Responsibilities

• Deploy high-quality production code in a fast-paced environment.
• Help the team scale the product while ensuring stability and high availability.
• Build new features, prioritizing a great developer experience for customers.

Compensation & Benefits (US)

• Base Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 (Range for NYC-based candidates)
• Equity: Generous equity packages offered.
• Benefits:
  • Health insurance (including vision and dental)
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement account
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid personal time off

Company Information

• About Svix: A fast-growing tech startup building the future of server to server communications.
• Investors: a16z, Y Combinator, and founders of Github, Segment, Lookout, and Fly.io.
• Remote Status: Fully remote, with team members located across the US (primarily NYC and SF).
• GitHub Repository: Check out our OSS repo on Github

Application Instructions

• Please include a few words on why you’d like to work at Svix.
• All roles are full-time - no students or part-time applicants.
• We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds - don't hesitate to apply!