About Prisma
At Prisma, we are building the data layer for modern applications. We are a small, distributed team working on making advanced data infrastructure developed at large tech companies accessible to all application developers around the world. Our open‑source tools are trusted by over 400,000 developers each month, and Prisma Postgres is our flagship product, supercharging PostgreSQL with modern developer workflows.
Senior TypeScript Engineer
Responsibilities
* Expand the Prisma Client to support advanced database capabilities.
* Drive the process from technical design through implementation.
* Continuously refine and harden the codebase to ensure stability, maintainability, and ease of contribution.
* Build new libraries and tools that serve as foundational components for internal teams and the developer community.
* Elevate the developer experience (DX) by shaping intuitive, high‑quality tools that make database access a delight.
* Advance TypeScript adoption by exploring and applying the latest language features, ensuring Prisma stays at the forefront of modern development.
Candidate Profile – Qualifications
* 5+ years of professional experience as a Senior Software Engineer (or equivalent) with a proven track record of delivering production‑grade systems.
* Deep backend engineering expertise with JavaScript and TypeScript, writing clean, maintainable, and scalable codebases.
* Strong database proficiency: hands‑on experience with high‑scale, data‑intensive systems; skilled at query optimization, diagnosing performance bottlenecks, and managing indexes; direct experience tuning databases for reliability and speed.
* Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
* A mindset of continuous learning and feedback: proactively seek input, adapt quickly, and embrace collaboration.
* Team‑oriented approach: value pairing, mentoring, and proactively supporting peers.
* Passion for building outstanding developer experience through sustainable, well‑tested tools and infrastructure that empower developers and improve workflows.
Nice‑to‑Have Skills
* Contributions to open‑source projects (as maintainer or active contributor).
* Experience with systems‑level programming languages (e.g., C, C++, Go, Zig) and interest in low‑level performance optimization.
* Experience with edge computing platforms (e.g., Vercel Edge, Cloudflare Workers).
* Exposure to or curiosity about WebAssembly (WASM) and its applications in backend systems.
What It’s Like To Work at Prisma
* Ownership mindset – large impact as part of a small team.
* Nimble, adaptive culture, evolving quickly.
* Kind and collaborative – ready to share ideas and listen to feedback.
Benefits
* Competitive base salary in line with industry standards.
* Competitive stock‑option grants with an exercise window up to 10 years.
* 24 days paid vacation per year.
* 4 mental health days per year.
* Fully paid parental leave up to 20 weeks.
* Generous tech budget for hardware.
* Ergonomic chair subsidy.
* Access to local co‑working space if you prefer to work externally.
* US health, dental, vision + 401(k) matching (where applicable).
Remote Work
We are a remote‑first organisation with an office in Berlin, Germany. Whether you would like to work remotely or from the office is up to you. We accept candidates only within the time zones GMT ‑5 to GMT +3.
Recruitment Process
* Introductory call with your future manager.
* Take‑home assignment followed by a technical interview.
* System design interview with a senior member of our engineering team.
* Interview with our Head of Engineering.
* Final interview with our CEO.
* Offer.
How to Apply
If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, please apply via our website and include your LinkedIn profile, GitHub repos, or any other information that gives us a sense of who you are. We’ll generally be in touch within 7 business days to let you know the outcome.
EEO Statement
Prisma is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity and do not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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