Backend and System Engineer (nodeJS or Golang)

New York, United StatesOn-site

Responsibilities

Develop high-quality, responsive APIs using modern backend technologies.
Ensure APIs are secure and optimized for speed, scalability, and availability.
Maintain operational excellence through test-driven development, strong test coverage, and detailed playbooks.
Collaborate with the team to ensure seamless integration with Postman’s architecture.
Continuously benchmark, refactor and optimize code for high performance and availability.
Develop tools to automate engineering workflows and ensure backend efficiency.
Ensure uptime, reliability, and effective troubleshooting through observability and operational support.
Design, build, and manage scalable, secure software and infrastructure in a Kubernetes environment across AWS, Azure, or GCP
Implement Infrastructure as Code using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, and Helm. About You

At Postman, we are revolutionizing the way developers build, trace, and automate API workflows with Postman Flows , a powerful visual programming tool designed to simplify the development and sharing of API-powered applications.
You’ll play a vital role in developing, deploying, and operating our backend services and infrastructure in a Kubernetes-based cloud environment.
You must have a strong background in system and software development, be familiar with modern distributed systems, and have a proven track record of delivery and impact.
You’ll be expected to contribute quickly and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Must Have Qualifications : 8+ years of
Strong foundation in Node.js and/or Golang.
experience with Kubernetes and cloud infrastructure APIs (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
Experience contributing to 0-to-1 products (building from scratch).
Familiarity with developer tools for Serverless or PaaS. What Else?

P.S: We highly recommend reading The "API-First World" graphic novel to understand the bigger picture and our vision at Postman. The Opportunity