Systems & Reliability Engineer

Substack is revolutionizing the writing industry by providing a platform where writers can directly monetize their content through subscriptions. As a Systems & Reliability Engineer at Substack, you'll be at the forefront of building foundational infrastructure that powers a platform serving over 1 million paying subscribers.

The role focuses on architecting scalable systems that support Substack's rapidly growing product ecosystem. You'll work closely with product teams to develop next-generation infrastructure, ensuring the platform remains robust and efficient as it scales. The tech stack primarily consists of Node/Express, Postgres, and Redis, with cloud infrastructure hosted on AWS.

Your responsibilities will include designing resilient systems, collaborating across teams, and owning the entire product development lifecycle - from conception to deployment. The role requires someone who can work autonomously, maintains high standards for production systems, and is passionate about creating elegant product experiences.

Substack offers an attractive compensation package, including equity and comprehensive benefits. The company culture emphasizes independence, ownership, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders. You'll be joining a team comprised of talented individuals from companies like Kik, Instagram, and top publications, backed by notable investors including Y Combinator and Andreessen Horowitz.

The company's success is directly tied to the success of its writers, creating a unique alignment of interests. If you're passionate about enabling independent expression and building a better business model for creators, while working with modern technologies at scale, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in the future of digital publishing.