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Founding Senior Backend Engineer at Tracer | London

TracerLondon
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

QualificationsWe are seeking candidates with:Strong experience in backend development, particularly with Python and Rust. A solid understanding of multi-agent systems and alert investigations. Expertise in designing scalable systems, particularly in data-heavy environments. Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS) and automation tools (Terraform). Proficiency in database management and high-volume event processing. A passion for problem-solving and the ability to translate complex customer challenges into effective technical solutions.

About the job

Join Our Team

At Tracer, we are pioneering the development of autonomous AI agents designed to enhance production data pipelines. As a venture-backed startup, we are supported by a network of seasoned investors and industry leaders who share our vision of transforming AI into a critical component of enterprise software in the coming decade. Our compact team is composed of experienced professionals dedicated to delivering impactful solutions.

Role Overview

We are on the lookout for a Founding Senior Backend Engineer based in London. In this pivotal role, you will take ownership of building the core systems that convert production alerts into actionable root cause analyses (RCAs) and effective fix recommendations, targeting a select few high-value alerts.

This position merges backend engineering with product development and customer-centric problem-solving, aiming to alleviate real-world production challenges with robust, reliable systems that engineers can depend on.

Our Tech Stack

  • Python + LangGraph for multi-agent alert investigation
  • Rust for high-performance systems
  • ClickHouse for managing high-volume event data and investigation histories
  • AWS + Terraform for self-sustaining infrastructure
  • Next.js + TypeScript for an engaging frontend experience

Key Responsibilities

As the Founding Senior Backend Engineer, you will:

  • Design and build the foundational alert, investigation, and root cause analysis (RCA) pipeline using Python.
  • Develop essential systems including:
    • Alert ingestion and normalization
    • Context enrichment and correlation
    • Problem framing outputs
    • Hypothesis orchestration engine
    • Investigation execution runtime
    • Investigation artifacts and reporting
  • Lead architectural decisions ensuring the system's observability, auditability, and reliability from day one.
  • Work closely with the founders to deliver a focused set of high-impact alert types, while strategically expanding coverage.
  • Create customer-ready documentation and reports that enhance user understanding and trust in the system.

About Tracer

Tracer is an innovative startup focused on revolutionizing production data pipelines through autonomous AI agents. Our commitment to excellence drives us to develop cutting-edge solutions that address real-world problems faced by engineers, ensuring that our products are both reliable and effective. Join us in shaping the future of enterprise software!

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