Parasail · 1 month ago
Distributed Systems Engineer
San Mateo, California, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $250K/yr
5+ years expParasail is redefining AI infrastructure by enabling seamless deployment across a distributed network of GPUs. The Distributed Systems Engineer role is crucial for ensuring the seamless deployment, scalability, and security of the AI platform, focusing on creating robust infrastructures that support complex AI workloads.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Network HardwareOpen Source
Responsibilities
Ensure the seamless deployment, scalability, and security of the AI platform
Work closely with AI-focused performance and solutions engineering teams
Facilitate the orchestration of resources needed for high-performing AI applications
Ensure infrastructure adheres to the highest standards of security and data privacy
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in backend or infrastructure, with exposure in Kubernetes and distributed computing environments
Demonstrated ability to build and secure scalable, high-performance backend
Hands-on to build brand new system and make end to end work
Excellent problem-solving skills, with a track record of designing solutions that address the complex needs of AI workloads
While AI experience is not required, a demonstrated capacity to learn new technologies and stay up-to-date on the cutting edge is essential
Preferred
Deep understanding of distributed application design patterns, service decomposition, and inter-service communication
Experience in building scalable and maintainable microservice-based systems
Strong foundation in storage solutions and networking protocols
Ability to design and implement robust backend systems with optimized data management and network communication
Extensive experience with Java, Spring Boot, and Golang
Proficiency in developing enterprise-grade applications using modern development frameworks and tools
Deep knowledge of distributed computing principles, including consistency models, fault tolerance, and scalability patterns
Experience in designing and maintaining large-scale distributed applications
Proficiency in cloud platforms and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Experience with containerization, orchestration, and automated infrastructure deployment using modern DevOps practices
Understanding of LLM technologies and their applications
Experience in integrating and working with AI language models in production environments, including model deployment and optimization
Company
Parasail
Parasail is an AI deployment networking company that provides AI products to builders and innovators for secure compute.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$10M2025-11-24Series A
2025-04-02Seed· $10M
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