Staff Software Engineer, Data

Astronomer is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of their data and database strategy, with expertise in Postgres and cloud infrastructure.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience designing, developing, and scaling production infrastructure.
• Extensive knowledge of Postgres and Postgres-like cloud offerings (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Extensive and recent experience with building low-level data systems and/or managed data platforms.
• In-depth knowledge and practical experience of the product and technology space in Database and related fields (Blob, NoSQL, Timeseries, Graph, Vector).
• Experience defining requirements and making and justifying technology choices around the data space.
• Strong experience in Non-Abstract Systems design and implementation.
• Strong proficiency in Golang and in-depth experience with Kubernetes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in working with a globally distributed team in delivery.

Benefits

• Comprehensive internal documentation and decision records for systems and processes
• Participation in Architectural forums and discussion
• Decision-making on what to work on and how to work on it