Role Overview
The Senior Software Engineer, Cloud position at Lumana involves building and evolving core cloud platforms that power real-time video streaming, recording, and AI processing for a global customer base. Based out of the Ramat Gan office near Tel Aviv with hybrid flexibility, this role is well-suited for an experienced developer who thrives in a fast-moving startup environment.
Key Responsibilities
Build and evolve the core cloud platform supporting real-time video streaming, recording, and AI processing across global markets.
Design, develop, and maintain distributed backend services linking edge infrastructure with cloud systems and customer-facing products.
Create and support data pipelines for real-time and batch processing of video and AI workloads.
Handle ingestion, storage, retrieval, and secure management of large-scale video data within a multi-tenant environment.
Architect multi-tenant, highly available systems across multiple regions in a cloud environment.
Collaborate closely with edge engineers and adjacent teams to guarantee seamless integration across the entire platform.
Utilize cloud provider services and SDKs during daily development work across core cloud capabilities.
Write backend code primarily in JavaScript and Node.js, with potential expansion into Go depending on background and team needs.
Engage in code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization for distributed systems.
Support a production environment requiring reliability, including responsiveness outside normal business hours when critical cloud issues arise.
Requirements
At least 5 years of professional software engineering experience focusing on backend or cloud systems.
A university degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering with a computing specialization, or a related field.
Hands-on practical experience utilizing JavaScript and Node.js for backend development.
Demonstrated experience building backend services within cloud environments using cloud provider services and SDKs.
Strong working knowledge of distributed systems, concurrency, and scalability principles.
Experience designing and constructing APIs and microservices architectures.
Familiarity with event-driven architectures or real-time systems.
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to fulfill the hybrid work model in Israel, which includes working from the office at least three days a week and periodic collaboration in Caesarea.
Availability to offer remote support outside standard operating hours on occasion, including weekends or holidays if required.
Nice to Have
Practical background working with video streaming pipelines or cloud media infrastructure.
Experience with data streaming systems including Kafka, Pub/Sub, or MQTT.
Working knowledge of Kubernetes and container orchestration tools.
Solid familiarity with Docker and containerization technologies.
Exposure to artificial intelligence, machine learning pipelines, or data platforms.
Familiarity with security best practices such as IAM, data encryption, secure APIs, and zero trust.
Experience with NestJS or Go for backend development.
Prior experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Skills and Tools
JavaScript
Node.js
Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Kubernetes
Docker
Kafka
Distributed Systems and Microservices
Salary and Benefits
Competitive base salary aligned with market value and candidate experience.
Meaningful equity options in a fast-growing startup.
Top-tier technology tools and fully equipped workspaces for both home and office.
Hybrid flexibility featuring two remote workdays per week following the ramp-up period.
Monthly meal allowance provided via 10bis.
Travel reimbursement that complies with Israeli law.
Generous paid vacation days with carryover flexibility.
Paid sick leave starting from day one of employment.
Employer contributions toward a Keren Hishtalmut study fund.
Company-provided laptop alongside a home-office setup allowance.
About the Company
Lumana transforms video feeds into actionable data through its advanced AI video security platform, helping organizations enhance safety, security, and response times. Established in 2021 with backing from leading Silicon Valley investors, the company operates across the United States, Israel, and Europe, maintaining a culture driven by ownership, principled thinking, and lean, talented teams.
How to Apply
To submit an application for this position, please visit the official Lumana careers page.
