Founding Engineer - Python or Rust & Clickhouse
About the Opportunity
We’re working with an early-stage startup on a mission to reimagine how analytical workloads are processed across large-scale systems. This is a unique opportunity to join as the first engineering hire and play a key role in architecting and building the core platform from scratch. You’ll be solving complex data infrastructure challenges and working alongside experienced technical founders.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement foundational systems for processing and routing analytical workloads
- Build internal tools and infrastructure for benchmarking and performance evaluation
- Lead decisions on architecture, data integrity, and system scalability
- Contribute to shaping engineering practices, culture, and future team growth
- Operate across the stack where needed, with a focus on backend and systems work
What We're Looking For
- 6+ years of backend or infrastructure engineering experience
- Deep understanding of systems architecture and performance considerations
- Proven experience building scalable and reliable infrastructure or data platforms
- Familiarity with cloud environments and large-scale data processing
- A proactive mindset and comfort working in high-autonomy environments
Nice to Have (Not Required)
- Exposure to distributed computing, query systems, or compiler theory
- Experience working as a founding engineer or in early-stage startups
- Interest in optimizing performance across modular compute environments
