Software Engineer, Core Infrastructure (Mid-Senior level)

Zip is hiring a mid-senior software engineer for its Core Infrastructure team to help expand its platform across multiple regions and take ownership of key infrastructure areas, including Kubernetes, AI infrastructure, observability, deployment, and cost control. The role involves designing, building, and running scalable systems while working closely with other engineers to support product delivery. It suits someone with at least four years of software engineering experience, a strong background in operating large-scale infrastructure independently, and clear written and verbal communication skills.

ABOUT ZIP Zip is the AI platform for enterprise procurement — built for humans and agents working together. By orchestrating procurement across teams, tools, and suppliers with the help of AI agents, companies can secure the resources they need to innovate faster than ever before. The world’s most influential enterprises trust Zip, including T-Mobile, OpenAI, AMD, Mars, Dollar Tree, and more. Together they’ve saved over $8 billion and processed over $500 billion in spend. Zip’s team includes product leaders from Apple, Airbnb, and Meta, as well as former procurement leaders from United Health, Sanofi, MGM Resorts, Discover, and NASA. Backed by Adams Street, Alkeon, BOND, CRV, DST, Tiger Global, and Y Combinator, Zip has raised $371 million, most recently at a $2.2 billion valuation and has been recognized by Forbes Fintech 50, Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Inc. Best in Business, and LinkedIn Top Startups. YOUR ROLE We are looking for an experienced software engineer to join the Core Infrastructure team in San Francisco, CA. This role will become a key contributor to Zip’s multi-region expansion, and take ownership in one or more of the Core Infra components, such as Kubernetes platform, AI infrastructure and more. YOU WILL - Play a pivotal role in multi-region growth by building and operating global multi-cell architectures. - Assume end-to-end ownership of one or more infrastructure components, including Kubernetes platforms, AI Infra, observability, deployment pipeline and cost optimization. - Champion technical excellence by leading the design, implementation, and operational excellence of highly scalable systems. - Partner with engineering colleagues to accelerate and empower Zip’s product roadmap. QUALIFICATIONS - 4 years of experience in software engineering. - Strong track record of building and operating large scale platforms or infrastructure independently. - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. - Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related technical field (e.g., Physics, Mathematics). NICE TO HAVE - Hands-on expertise in building and operating large-scale systems, utilizing technologies like AWS, Datadog, Kubernetes, and open-source solutions such as Celery, Redis, Docling and DBOS. - Demonstrated effective collaboration with internal stakeholders across multiple time zones. The salary range for this role is $165,000 - $240,000. The salary for this position is determined based on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant experience, education, or particular skills and expertise. PERKS & BENEFITS At Zip, we’re committed to providing our employees with everything they need to do their best work. - 📈 Start-up equity - 🦷 100% health, vision & dental coverage options - 🍽️ Catered breakfast, lunch, & dinner - 🌴 Flexible PTO - 🏋️‍♀️ ClassPass membership - 🚍 Monthly commuter benefit - 🚠 Team building events & happy hours - 💻 Home office stipend - 🛜 Phone/internet reimbursement - 🍼 Paid parental leave - 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Fertility stipend - 💸 401k plan - 🤖 Unlimited AI token usage