Staff Infrastructure Engineer

Ironclad is the #1 contract lifecycle management platform for innovative companies.  Every company, in every country, in every industry runs on contracts, but managing these contracts slows companies down and costs them millions of dollars. L’Oréal, Staples, Mastercard, and other leading innovators use Ironclad to collaborate and negotiate on contracts, accelerate contracting while maintaining compliance, and turn contracts into critical carriers of operational business intelligence. It’s the only platform flexible enough to handle every type of contract workflow, whether a sales agreement, an HR agreement or a complex NDA. Ironclad is writing the narrative that shows how beautiful and functional contracting will change business. We’re a leader in the Forrester Wave for Contract Lifecycle Management. We have been recognized as a Fortune Great Place to Work for four consecutive years. Our innovation and work culture have been recognized by Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2023, Forbes’ 50 Most Promising AI Companies, Wing Venture Capital's Enterprise Tech 30, and Gartner's Magic Quadrant. We work in a highly collaborative environment, and strive to foster a positive, inclusive culture.  We’re backed by leading investors like Accel, Y Combinator, Sequoia, and BOND. For more information, visit or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.About the Role:We're seeking an experienced Infrastructure/Platform Engineer to help build and maintain our cloud-native infrastructure across multiple environments. You'll be instrumental in designing, implementing, and operating highly available, scalable systems that power our production services. We believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. You'll have opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving complex challenges at scale.Core ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement cloud infrastructure solutions across GCP and AWS environmentsArchitect and maintain database systems including PostgreSQL and NoSQL solutionsDrive infrastructure-as-code initiatives using Terraform and other modern DevOps toolsBuild and improve CI/CD pipelines to enable rapid, reliable software deliveryImplement and maintain observability solutions across our distributed systemsCollaborate with development teams to improve system reliability and performanceMentor junior engineers and contribute to technical decision-makingDrive automation initiatives to improve operational efficiencyRequired Qualifications5 - 7+ years of experience operating performant distributed systemsStrong expertise in cloud platforms (GCP and AWS)Extensive experience with infrastructure-as-code, particularly TerraformProficiency in TypeScript and modern programming practicesDeep understanding of PostgreSQL and NoSQL databasesExperience with containerization and Kubernetes orchestrationStrong Linux systems administration skills and understanding of OS internalsProven track record of building and maintaining CI/CD pipelinesExperience with configuration management tools (e.g., Salt)Strong foundation in distributed systems and concurrency controlExpert-level knowledge of observability, monitoring, and alerting practicesPreferred QualificationsContributions to open-source projectsExperience building developer platforms and toolingTrack record of improving system reliability and performance at scaleExperience with capacity planning and cost optimizationKnowledge of security best practices and compliance requirementsExperience mentoring and leading technical initiativesKey CompetenciesFirst Principles Thinking: Ability to break down complex problems and focus on delivering what matters most to usersSystem Design: Strong ability to design scalable, resilient distributed systemsProblem Solving: Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skillsCommunication: Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to various stakeholdersLeadership: Experience in technical leadership and mentoringInitiative: Self-motivated with a strong drive to improve and automate processesWhat Sets You ApartDeep understanding of cloud-native architectures and best practicesExperience handling incident response and post-mortem analysisTrack record of improving system reliability through automationContributions to technical documentation and knowledge sharingExperience with multi-region and high-availability architecturesDemonstrated ability to balance technical debt with business needsImpact You'll HaveShape the technical direction of our infrastructure and platformDrive adoption of modern Platform Engineering practices across the organizationImprove system reliability, performance, and cost-efficiencyBuild scalable solutions that enable rapid product developmentMentor and grow the technical capabilities of the engineering teamBenefits:Health, dental, and vision insurance401kWellness reimbursementTake what you need vacation policyGenerous parental leave for both primary and secondary caregiversBase Salary Range: $190,000 - $210,000The base salary range represents the minimum and maximum of the salary range for this position based at our San Francisco headquarters. The actual base salary offered for this position will depend on numerous factors, including individual proficiency, anticipated performance, and the location of the selected candidate. Our base salary is just one component of Ironclad’s competitive total rewards package, which also includes equity awards (a new hire grant, along with opportunities for additional awards throughout your tenure), competitive health and wellness benefits, and a commitment to career growth and development.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Compensation Range: $190K - $210KLocationSan Francisco, CA, RemoteTypeFull timeDepartmentEngineering, Product & DesignCompensationTier 1Base Salary Range: $190K – $210K • Offers EquityThe base salary range represents the minimum and maximum of the salary range for this position based at our San Francisco headquarters. The actual base salary offered for this position will depend on numerous factors, including individual proficiency, anticipated performance, and the location of the selected candidate. Our base salary is just one component of Ironclad’s competitive total rewards package, which also includes equity awards (a new hire grant, along with opportunities for additional awards throughout your tenure), competitive health and wellness benefits, and a commitment to career growth and development.