[Remote] Software Engineer (Backend Infrastructure), v0 at Vercel

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, AIIndustries

Requirements

Deep experience designing distributed systems, microservices, or high-performance backend architectures
Familiarity with AI/LLM-powered systems, developer tools, or platform engineering
Strong understanding of TypeScript, Node.js, or similar backend languages
Passion for the developer experience and a desire to build magical, intuitive workflows
Thrive in ambiguous environments and enjoy shipping in fast cycles

Responsibilities

Architect, build, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and reliable backend systems for AI-driven development experiences
Develop and enhance AI-powered tools and services within the v0 ecosystem to improve code generation, automation, and platform integrations
Design APIs and services that enable seamless interactions between AI models, user input, and Vercel infrastructure
Monitor, diagnose, and resolve complex distributed systems issues to ensure reliability at scale
Stay ahead of emerging trends in AI, cloud architecture, and developer tooling, identifying opportunities to enhance the v0 platform
Collaborate cross-functionally with design, product, and platform engineering to ship features that delight developers

Skills

TypeScript

Node.js

Distributed Systems

Microservices

APIs

LLM

Cloud Architecture

Developer Tools

Platform Engineering

Vercel

Platform for building and deploying web applications

About Vercel

Vercel provides a platform for developers and businesses to build, deploy, and manage modern web applications. Its services include tools that enhance image and video workflows using AI features like smart cropping and object detection. Vercel simplifies the complexities of serverless architecture, allowing for global content delivery without extra infrastructure. The company ensures high security and uptime with features such as automatic HTTPS and DDoS protection. Unlike competitors, Vercel focuses on a managed global rendering layer and offers a subscription-based model tailored to various client needs, from individual developers to large enterprises. The goal of Vercel is to empower developers to create efficient and secure web applications.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$547.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_ECompany Stage

Consumer Software, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Stock Options

Company Equity

Professional Development Budget

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Remote Work Options

Home Office Stipend

Risks

Increased competition in the cloud application platform space threatens Vercel's market share.

Rapid AI evolution may outpace Vercel's current offerings, risking competitive edge loss.

Reliance on a subscription model could be risky during economic downturns.

Differentiation

Vercel offers a managed global rendering layer for modern web applications.

The company provides advanced AI-powered tools for image and video optimization.

Vercel's platform supports full lifecycle media management with auto-tagging and access control.

Upsides

Vercel secured $250 million in Series E funding for growth and platform development.

The introduction of V0 enhances Vercel's offerings in AI-driven web development.

Recognition as a Visionary in Gartner's Magic Quadrant boosts Vercel's market position.

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