Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Platform

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Platform

Company Overview:
[Company Name] is a leading innovator in transformative SaaS solutions for the enterprise sector, dedicated to empowering businesses worldwide with cutting-edge technology. We are passionate about creating intuitive, powerful, and scalable products that solve complex challenges. Our culture fosters collaboration, continuous learning, and a commitment to excellence, providing a dynamic environment where every team member can make a significant impact. Join us to be at the forefront of technological advancement and contribute to a product used by millions.

Job Summary:
We are seeking an exceptionally talented and highly motivated Senior Software Engineer specializing in Cloud Platform development to join our rapidly expanding engineering team. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in the design, development, and maintenance of our core cloud infrastructure and platform services. You will work on highly scalable, fault-tolerant systems, contributing significantly to architectural decisions and shaping the future of our product’s foundational technology. This is an opportunity to solve challenging distributed systems problems, drive innovation, and mentor junior engineers within a fast-paced, agile environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of robust, scalable, and secure cloud-native services and APIs primarily on [e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP].
• Architect and implement solutions for high-availability, disaster recovery, and performance optimization across our cloud infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with product management, DevOps, and other engineering teams to define requirements, evaluate technical feasibility, and deliver high-quality features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code in [e.g., Go, Python, Java, C#] using best practices and modern development patterns.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and enforce coding standards and best practices within the team.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex production issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our CI/CD pipelines, observability tools, and automated testing frameworks.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.
• Actively research and evaluate new technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance our platform and development processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of progressive professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on cloud platforms and distributed systems.
• Demonstrable expertise in at least one modern programming language such as Go, Python, Java, or C#.
• Deep understanding of cloud computing principles and services (e.g., AWS EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Kubernetes/EKS, Azure App Services, GCP Compute Engine).
• Solid experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration.
• Proficiency with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, and software design patterns.
• Experience with API design (RESTful, gRPC) and asynchronous messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS).
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and a commitment to writing automated tests.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with serverless architectures and event-driven systems.
• Prior experience working on large-scale SaaS platforms or high-traffic web applications.
• Knowledge of security best practices in cloud environments.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of personal technical projects.

What We Offer:

• Highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off, company holidays, and a flexible work-life balance policy.
• 401(k) matching program to help you plan for your future.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and conference attendance to foster continuous learning.
• A vibrant, inclusive, and supportive company culture that values innovation and individual contributions.
• The chance to work on challenging, impactful projects with cutting-edge technologies.
• Hybrid/Remote work options (specific to location and team needs).
• Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and other employee perks designed to enhance your experience.

Why Join [Company Name]?
At [Company Name], you won’t just be building software; you’ll be defining the future of enterprise solutions. We offer a truly collaborative and empowering environment where your ideas are not only heard but actively encouraged. Be part of a diverse team that is passionate about technological excellence, dedicated to making a real difference for our customers, and committed to your professional growth. If you are ready to take on exciting challenges and leave your mark on a leading product, we invite you to apply!

Ready to Innovate?
If you are a driven and experienced Senior Software Engineer seeking your next significant challenge within a dynamic and forward-thinking company, we encourage you to apply today! Please submit your resume and a compelling cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are an ideal fit for our team via our careers page at [Link to Company Careers Page].