Remote Senior Backend Software Engineer (Rust)

 At Prisma, we're crafting the data layer that powers today’s scalable, data-intensive applications. If you're drawn to advanced, distributed graph data architecture at scale and seek the energy of a startup, Prisma could be your next home.

With support from Amplify Partners and Kleiner Perkins, our small, distributed team is making cutting-edge data infrastructure accessible for developers globally. Prisma’s open-source tools are widely adopted by forward-thinking companies, with our community growing rapidly across Discord and GitHub, where we boast over 38,000 stars and 375,000 active users each month.

What You’ll Do: As a Senior Software Engineer on the ORM team, your work will involve:

• Enhancing Prisma’s Query Engine to create a best-in-class ORM in collaboration with the open-source community.
• Collaborating with a team of engineers to develop and refine the Prisma Client.
• Leveraging your expertise in databases and system architecture to help developers access and optimize their data.
• Writing well-tested, documented code that supports community contributions.

Ideal Candidate Profile: While some criteria are essential, we welcome candidates eager to grow on the job:

• 5+ years as a Senior Software Engineer or equivalent.
• Professional experience with Rust.
• Strong knowledge of relational databases, indexing, and schema design for performance.
• Fluent in English, proactive in team collaboration, and open to feedback.

Preferred but not required:

• Systems-level programming experience.
• Familiarity with TypeScript or JavaScript.
• Experience with scalable server code and developer tools.

Why Join Prisma?

• Work on a product with a global impact, widely adopted in the Node ecosystem.
• Competitive salary, early-stage stock options, and generous paid leave (24 vacation days, 4 mental health days, and more).
• Health, dental, and vision benefits, along with 401k matching for U.S.-based employees.
• A generous tech budget and ergonomic support.
• Flexible, remote-first work environment, with an office in Berlin.

Application Process:

1. Introductory call with the Head of Product Development & Delivery.
2. Technical Interview with two team engineers.
3. Take-Home Assignment followed by a panel presentation.
4. Final Interview with our CEO.
5. Offer

How to Apply: If Prisma sounds like the right fit for you, apply through our website with your LinkedIn profile or resume and a cover letter expressing your interest. We aim to respond within 7 business days.

Remote Work & Time Zone: We're remote-first, with a Berlin office. Open to GMT -5 to GMT +3 time zones, with relocation support if you choose to join us in Berlin.