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This should cover both compute and data layers and include best practices on the observability of such systems.\n\nStrong background in cloud architecture and infrastructure design in AWS or Google Cloud environments.\n\nDemonstrated ability to simplify complex systems and reduce unnecessary technical debt while balancing the need to move fast to compete.\n\nStrong communication skills with a track record of aligning stakeholders, leading cross-functional efforts, and influencing without authority.\n\nA deep shift-left mindset throughout the entire SDLC, with early integration of security, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines.\n\nDeep familiarity with AI assistants, a solid grasp of the evolving AI landscape, and the ability to translate trends and capabilities into practical product improvements.\n\nCuriosity, pragmatism, and a willingness to challenge assumptions.\n\nExperience or a strong interest in building collaborative, real-time systems is beneficial. \nWhy Join Zencoder?\nShape the Future of Software Creation: We’re not just improving how developers write code - we’re redefining how ideas turn into reality. By closing the gap between concept and execution, we’re creating tools that will influence every industry that relies on software.\nMassive Impact, Real Ownership: At Zencoder, you’ll have full visibility into how your work moves the product and the company forward. You’ll ship features that matter, see the immediate impact of your decisions, and get feedback directly from users - fast.\nICs Are the Core: Individual Contributors are the highest-status role at Zencoder. Our culture celebrates those who lead by doing - who create momentum, inspire others, and turn ideas into shipped products.\nHigh-Caliber Team & Founder: Work alongside exceptional AI and software engineers, and learn directly from Andrew Filev, founder of a unicorn startup, who brings deep expertise in scaling world-class technology companies.\nGlobal & Flexible: We hire talent, not coordinates. 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