Staff Backend Engineer

Grafana Labs provides open-source visualization tools and observability solutions used by millions globally, including major companies like Bloomberg, JPMorgan Chase, and eBay.
$148,505 - $178,206
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Remote
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Staff Backend Engineer

Grafana Labs is seeking a Staff Backend Engineer proficient in GoLang to join their Grafana Backend Services squad. This role involves working on critical components like the Grafana Backend API and CLI tool, as well as the orchestration infrastructure for the Cloud product. Key responsibilities include delivering new functionality, contributing to design documents, embracing open-source culture, influencing the roadmap, participating in on-call rotations, mentoring team members, and collaborating across the Grafana Division.

The ideal candidate should have solid experience with Go, a good understanding of relational databases, and a deep care for developer and user experience. They should be capable of delivering projects from requirements gathering to shipping, writing clean and performant code, mentoring junior engineers, and tackling complex challenges.

Grafana Labs offers a collaborative environment where you'll work on a highly technical solution used by millions worldwide. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to open-source projects, work with cutting-edge technologies, and be part of a company that values diversity and equality.

The role offers competitive compensation, equity, and a range of benefits. Grafana Labs is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where talented individuals can thrive regardless of their background.

Last updated 11 hours ago

Responsibilities For Staff Backend Engineer

  • Deliver new functionality and iterate on results
  • Contribute to and review design documents
  • Contribute to open-source projects
  • Influence roadmap and career objectives
  • Participate in on-call rotations
  • Mentor and support team members
  • Share ideas and knowledge across technical ideologies
  • Work closely with other squads in the Grafana Division

Requirements For Staff Backend Engineer

Go
MySQL
PostgreSQL
Kubernetes
  • Solid experience with Go
  • Good understanding of relational databases (MySQL, SQLite, Postgres)
  • Experience delivering projects from requirements to shipping
  • Experience writing clean, robust, and performant software
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers
  • Ability to work on complex solutions
  • Ability to break down complex challenges and deliver iteratively

Benefits For Staff Backend Engineer

  • Equity
  • Bonus

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