Software Engineer - Infrastructure

About the role

Blend builds cloud banking software that handles over 5 billion dollars in daily loan volume for clients like Wells Fargo and U.S. Bank. This role is centered on platform engineering where you will own the design and execution of the internal systems that power our development lifecycle. You will be responsible for creating the foundational tools that allow engineers to build, deploy, and monitor applications with speed and confidence. The position requires a deep partnership with software teams to ensure infrastructure solutions align with business objectives and technical standards. You will drive initiatives that enhance reliability, security, and scalability across the entire platform landscape. This role is critical for establishing the guardrails and automation that enable our engineering organization to operate at scale. You will have direct influence on the architecture decisions that define how our services run in production. Success in this position is measured by the robustness of the platforms you build and the productivity you enable for hundreds of developers.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Architect and manage Kubernetes EKS clusters at scale, resolving complex multi-tenant challenges and ensuring continuous availability.
• Design, implement, and evolve infrastructure as code solutions using industry standards to provision reliable and repeatable environments.
• Develop and enhance internal developer platforms that abstract complexity and streamline the path to production for engineering teams.
• Execute operational tasks and lead the on-call rotation to respond to critical service incidents and support escalations around the clock.
• Optimize cluster performance and resilience through careful analysis of metrics, logs, and infrastructure telemetry.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate requirements into robust infrastructure components that are secure and scalable.
• Implement automation for deployment pipelines, focusing on the reliability and speed of our software delivery lifecycle.
• Define and enforce best practices for cloud resource utilization, cost management, and security compliance across infrastructure stacks.
• Build monitoring and alerting frameworks that provide deep visibility into system health and facilitate rapid troubleshooting.
• Contribute to the creation of technical documentation and runbooks that ensure continuity and knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Bring a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in Platform, SRE, or Infrastructure roles with demonstrable impact.
• Possess significant production experience managing Kubernetes clusters, including upgrades, networking, and storage integrations.
• Show a proven track record of writing and managing Terraform in production environments, including sophisticated module design and robust state management strategies.
• Demonstrate proficiency in at least one major programming language, with a strong preference for Go, while valuing skills in TypeScript, Node.js, Python, Rust, or C++.
• Exhibit deep expertise in at least one major cloud provider, with AWS being the clear preference for our technology stack.
• Have a history of shipping and supporting internal tools or developer infrastructure that serves large scale production workloads.
• Maintain a strong understanding of networking, security principles, and distributed systems patterns that apply to cloud native environments.

Skills & tools

• Kubernetes (EKS)
• Terraform
• Go
• AWS
• Docker

Practical notes

• Base salary range is 129,000 to 152,000 dollars, depending on location, level, and experience.
• Compensation includes eligibility for performance-based bonuses and Restricted Stock Units in NYSE: BLND.
• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, life and disability coverage, and paid parental leave.
• Additional perks include a monthly wellness stipend, pet insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• This role is eligible for remote work within the United States.
• The position may require travel for team meetings or company events as necessary.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for this position.