Software Engineer, Core Infrastructure

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced software engineer to join the Core Infrastructure team in Toronto, Canada. 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.

Your Role

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.

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
• Hybrid model + 5 flexible remote days per quarter
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Unlimited AI token usage

We're looking to hire Zipsters and that means hiring people who take ownership, communicate openly, have an underdog mindset, and are excited to increase the pace of innovation for every business in the world. We encourage all candidates to apply even if your experience doesn't exactly match up to our job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workspace where everyone (regardless of age, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and more) feels like they belong. We look forward to hearing from you!