Description:Location: Israel, RemoteAbout Us:Sawmills.ai is leading the charge in transforming observability for today's data-driven world. Asa well-funded seed-stage company founded by experienced entrepreneurs with a track record ofbuilding successful ventures, we are developing a solution to address some of the most pressing challenges in modern observability.Job Description:As a Backend Engineer at Sawmills.ai, you will lead the design and development of ourTelemetry Data Management Platform. This pivotal role involves crafting scalable backendsystems that integrate seamlessly with open technologies like OpenTelemetry, ensuring ourplatform remains at the cutting edge of observability solutions.Responsibilities:● Develop and scale the backend of our Telemetry Data Management Platform,emphasizing compatibility with open technologies such as OpenTelemetry.● Architect systems that process and analyze vast amounts of machine data efficiently.● Actively participate in strategic planning and the development of technical roadmaps.● Work closely with the founders to ensure features meet customer needs and aredelivered to a high standard.● Collaborate with the team to enhance integration with widely-used observability tools,ensuring robust and flexible data ingestion and analysis capabilities.● Advocate for and implement best practices in open-source software development,contributing to the open-source community where applicable.● Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize system performance and reliability.● Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence andinnovation.● Stay abreast of new technologies and techniques in backend development andobservability platforms.Requirements:Qualifications:● BSc in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.● Over 10 years of experience in backend development, with a strong background inhandling large-scale data systems.● Expertise in programming languages like Go, Rust, Java, or Python and a proven trackrecord in building scalable server architectures.● Experience with open-source technologies and standards, particularly OpenTelemetry, ishighly desirable.● Familiarity with cloud services, microservices architectures, and continuousintegration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.● Excellent communication and leadership skills.What We Offer:● A competitive salary and significant equity in a fast-growing startup.● The chance to be a founding member, shaping the company's culture and productdirection.● Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and wellness programs.● Access to the latest tools and technologies.● Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive and collaborativeenvironment.
