Software Engineer, Infrastructure, Early Career

Notion, a rapidly growing software company serving over 100 million global users including OpenAI, Toyota, and Figma, is seeking an Early Career Infrastructure Software Engineer. This role focuses on building and operating the platform that powers Notion's services, working on critical areas such as storage, data, networking, and observability. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with senior engineers while developing crucial infrastructure that enables rapid and safe product deployment.

The role requires presence in either San Francisco or New York offices, with a hybrid work model including two mandatory anchor days (Mondays & Thursdays) and a third day in office. You'll be responsible for maintaining and improving core infrastructure systems, contributing to backend services, and participating in on-call rotations to ensure system reliability.

This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers to gain hands-on experience with large-scale distributed systems, working on everything from database optimization to service frameworks and observability tools. The position offers competitive compensation ($126k-$170k base salary) plus equity and benefits, reflecting Notion's commitment to attracting top talent.

Ideal candidates should have a computer science background or equivalent experience, strong programming skills, and a collaborative mindset. While the role requires fundamental engineering skills, Notion values potential and enthusiasm for software toolmaking over perfect alignment with all requirements. The company is committed to building a diverse team and provides an inclusive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and impact.