Senior Software Engineer, Runtime

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Salary: Not specified

Sanity.io is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for the Runtime team. This role is crucial for defining technical direction, guiding architecture, and building stable, performant, and scalable backend systems using Node.js, TypeScript, and Go. You will work on key initiatives like Blueprints IaC and Functions, contributing to Sanity's Content Operating System strategy. This position emphasizes a balance of speed, careful consideration, and pragmatism, with a focus on shipping fast and iterating constantly.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Principal Engineers, Project EM/PM, product organization, and technical leaders.
• Define technical direction and make architectural decisions for scalable, secure, and reliable systems.
• Align with tech leads across product teams on infrastructure as code implementations and technical strategy.
• Support and mentor team members through technical reviews, feedback, and pair programming.
• Make informed decisions based on customer research, industry standards in IaC and stateless compute, experimentation, and rapid iteration.
• Work with technologies including Node.js, TypeScript, Go, and PostgreSQL.

Requirements

• Based in the United States or Canada.
• 5+ years of experience in backend systems engineering.
• Proven track record of designing and building APIs and microservices, preferably with Node.js proficiency.
• Curious and adept technology generalist, capable of working efficiently across the stack.
• Thoughtful problem solver with the ability to quickly understand context and break down complex problems.
• Ability to find pragmatic solutions that balance quality, speed, and results.
• Empathic and effective communicator of ideas, technical decisions, and feedback (written and verbal).

About Sanity.io

Sanity.io offers a modern, flexible content operating system that replaces rigid legacy CMS solutions. Our platform treats content as data, enabling seamless adaptation and personalization across any channel. We empower companies to create tailored content authoring experiences, customized workflows, and content models that reflect their business needs. Sanity.io is backed by prominent investors and industry leaders and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team with a strong culture and values.

What Sanity.io Offers

• A highly-skilled, inspiring, and supportive team.
• Positive, flexible, and trust-based work environment.
• Opportunities for long-term professional and personal growth.
• A global, multi-culturally diverse group of colleagues and customers.
• Comprehensive health plans and perks.
• Healthy work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and stock options program.