Backend and System Engineer, Flows

The Opportunity

At Postman, we're revolutionizing API workflows with Postman Flows, a visual programming tool for building and sharing API-powered applications. We're seeking a Software and Systems Engineer to scale and maintain the Flows runtime system, focusing on low latency, high throughput, and high availability in a Kubernetes-based cloud environment.

What You’ll Do

Backend Development & Operations

• 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.

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Work closely with frontend engineers, designers, and product managers to design innovative backend solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and share knowledge to maintain high code quality across the team.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure seamless integration with Postman’s architecture.

System Integration & Maintenance

• 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.

Cloud Infrastructure & Management

• Design, build, and manage scalable, secure software and infrastructure in a Kubernetes environment across AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Use Crossplane for multi-cloud resource management.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, and Helm.

About You

Must Have Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience shipping production-level software.
• Strong foundation in Node.js and/or Golang.
• Proven track record of delivering impactful projects independently and as part of a team.
• Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes and cloud infrastructure APIs (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• A deep commitment to test-driven development, operational excellence, and robust software practices.

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience contributing to 0-to-1 products (building from scratch).
• Background working with developer tools or similar technical products.
• Familiarity with developer tools for Serverless or PaaS.

Compensation The reasonably estimated base salary for this role ranges from $210,000 to $240,000, plus a competitive equity package.