Explore strategies for managing rapid growth and architectural evolution in a startup environment through this insightful conference talk. Learn how to leverage Backstage and a CNCF stack to drive platform scale, stability, and governance while maintaining innovation and agility. Discover practical techniques for implementing DevOps practices, leading change without bureaucracy, and accelerating service deployment. Gain valuable insights from a unicorn startup's journey, including lessons on balancing technical debt, scaling infrastructure, and fostering a culture of innovation during periods of explosive growth. Understand how to navigate the challenges of expanding teams, evolving architectures, and increasing system capacity while preserving the startup spirit.