Software Engineer - Storage

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Overview

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Software Engineer – Storage based in Canada.

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We are looking for an experienced software engineer to help build and scale a high-performance object storage platform that simplifies how developers upload, manage, process, and deliver digital assets. In this role, you will contribute across the full technology stack, from client libraries and command-line tools to storage servers, content delivery networks, and deployment infrastructure. You will tackle complex engineering challenges involving distributed systems, upload reliability, asset optimization, caching, and service performance. Working in a globally distributed, open-source-first environment, you will collaborate asynchronously with engineers across disciplines to deliver reliable, scalable solutions. You will also help shape the developer experience by improving APIs, tooling, observability, and storage workflows. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on infrastructure used by developers worldwide while contributing to open-source projects and technologies designed to scale to millions of users.

Requirements

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Previous experience building or maintaining developer tools and platforms.
Solid knowledge of cloud infrastructure providers such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Microsoft Azure.
Experience with containerization technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes.
Direct experience designing and operating large-scale file upload and download pipelines.
Strong practical knowledge of content delivery networks (CDNs), including integration, caching strategies, and performance optimization.
Experience with image and video processing tools such as Sharp, DSSIM, or FFmpeg.
Familiarity with media formats and codecs such as AVIF, WebM, and Brotli.
Experience with frontend technologies and frameworks such as React and Next.js.
Interest in open-source software and contributing improvements to shared libraries, infrastructure, and developer communities.

What We Offer

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✓Fully remote work: Work remotely from Slovenia, with a globally distributed team and no requirement to work from a central office.

✓Coworking support: Access to a WeWork membership or coworking allowance to help create a productive work environment.

✓Equity ownership: Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP), giving team members the opportunity to share in the company's long-term growth.

✓Technology allowance: Budget to purchase equipment and tools for your home office, such as a laptop, monitor, or headphones.

✓Health insurance: The employer covers 100% of employee health insurance costs and 80% of dependent coverage, subject to the applicable plan and local availability.

✓Flexible working arrangements: An asynchronous work culture that emphasizes autonomy, trust, and ownership of your schedule and deliverables.

✓Professional development: Annual education allowance for courses, books, conferences, and other learning opportunities.

✓Annual company off-sites: Opportunities to connect and collaborate in person with colleagues during an annual company-wide gathering.

✓Open-source collaboration: The opportunity to contribute to open-source projects and help shape tools used by a broad developer community.

✓International environment: Work alongside a globally distributed team spanning dozens of countries and languages.

✓Compensation transparency: Salary and any additional cash compensation are not specified in the provided job description and should be confirmed during the hiring process.