Hiring: Platform Engineer, Document Intelligence Company: Hebbia Location: San Francisco, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 12:27:45 Target Skills & Keywords : AWS, Airflow, Apache, Elasticsearch, Java, Kafka, PostgreSQL, Prefect, Python, Redis, Systems Design About the job Experience: •5+ years software development experience at a venture-backed startup or top technology firm, with a focus on distributed systems and platform engineering. Required Skills: •Own critical system components: Take complex requirements and turn them into robust, scaled solutions that solve real customer needs. •Unlock O(1) universal indexing: Build and iterate on our high-scale document build system that enables constant time latency for indexing any content in the world, regardless of data volume. •Drive performance optimization: Architect and implement performance-tuning solutions to ensure our systems operate efficiently at scale, minimizing latency and maximizing throughput across millions of documents. •Mentor and guide: Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and growth. Qualifications: •Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field. A strong academic background with coursework in data structures, algorithms, and software development is preferred. •Proficiency in building backend and distributed systems using technologies such as Python, Java, or Go. •Comprehensive expertise in scalable system design, performance optimization, and resilience engineering. •Extensive experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) •Working experience with one or more of the following: Kafka, ElasticSearch, PostgreSQL, and/or Redis •Knowledge of workflow orchestration and execution platforms like Airflow, Temporal or Prefect. •Proven experience enabling observability patterns. •Demonstrated capacity to analyze complex problems, propose innovative solutions, and effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. •Proven experience in leading software development projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment. •Enthusiasm for continuous learning and professional growth. A passion for exploring new technologies, frameworks, and software development methodologies. Compensation: •$160,000 - $350,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!