Senior Software Engineer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Develop platform features for highly scalable, distributed Kubernetes-based systems
• Create and maintain Kubernetes operators and custom controllers using Go
• Optimize Kubernetes clusters for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency
• Integrate Kubernetes with CI/CD pipelines for streamlined application packaging
• Implement comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions
• Troubleshoot complex issues related to Kubernetes clusters, applications, and services
• Apply advanced Kubernetes design patterns
• Develop automation tools and scripts for Kubernetes deployments
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration of Kubernetes solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of relevant experience
• Master's Degree with 10+ years of relevant experience
• Deep understanding of Kubernetes concepts, components, and APIs
• Extensive experience with container technologies and orchestration tools
• Strong programming skills in Go, with additional expertise in Python or Java
• Experience building and operating large-scale distributed systems
• Proficiency in infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Helm)
• Hands-on experience managing Kubernetes clusters, building operators, CRDs, and controllers
• Solid understanding of networking concepts and Kubernetes networking
• Knowledge of observability tools such as Prometheus and Grafana
• Contributions to open-source projects, particularly in the Kubernetes ecosystem
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills

Qualifications

• Relevant experience as specified in the requirements
• Educational background including Bachelor's or Master's degree as specified

Benefits & Perks

• Annual base salary range of $141,000 - $225,000
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Equity in accordance with equity plan documents and awards
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(K) participation including company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time
• Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence