Staff Backend Engineer, Database Automation (Go)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Staff Backend Engineer, Database Automation (Go) based in United States.

This is a senior technical role focused on building and evolving database automation and PostgreSQL-as-a-service capabilities at internet scale. You will use Go to automate the full PostgreSQL lifecycle, from provisioning and configuration through upgrades, failover, scaling, and decommissioning. Your work will make database operations safer, more consistent, resilient, and easier to scale across high-throughput, always-on services. You will help replace bespoke database configurations with standardized platforms and repeatable automation. The role combines hands-on engineering, technical leadership, architecture, and close collaboration with infrastructure and product engineering teams. You will also operate the systems you build in production and use real-world feedback to continuously improve them. The environment is fully remote, asynchronous, and highly collaborative, with a strong emphasis on ownership, automation, and AI-enabled productivity.