Retool is revolutionizing the way software is built by providing the fastest way to build internal tools. As a profitable startup backed by notable investors including Stripe's founders and Github's leadership, Retool is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer to join their growing team.
The role presents a unique opportunity to tackle complex scaling challenges as Retool expands its services to thousands of companies, from startups to S&P 500 enterprises. As an early member of the infrastructure team, you'll be responsible for building and automating foundational systems that ensure reliability, security, performance, and developer velocity at scale.
The position requires a seasoned professional with 7+ years of experience who can navigate both cloud and on-premise deployments. You'll work with technologies like Node.js, PostgreSQL, Docker, and Kubernetes, while managing multi-region setups and complex service architectures. The ideal candidate should have a strong track record in scaling cloud infrastructure and relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL.
What makes this role particularly exciting is the combination of technical depth and broad impact. You'll collaborate across all departments, from engineering to sales, while having the autonomy to shape the infrastructure that powers thousands of companies' internal tools. The position offers the opportunity to work on both deeply technical challenges and high-level strategic initiatives.
Retool's mission is to be a force multiplier for developers and technical builders, and as an Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of making this vision a reality. The company's rapid growth phase means you'll face unique technical challenges while having the opportunity to significantly influence the direction of the infrastructure team and the company's technical foundation.