Staff Software Engineer, Platform Infrastructure

Astronomer is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for their Platform Infrastructure team, focusing on building foundational systems for their multi-cloud platform. The role involves designing and developing production platform systems that ensure reliability and scalability, with a strong emphasis on managing failure modes and latency. Candidates should have experience in creating systems under load and a proven track record of enhancing the work environment for colleagues through solid infrastructure. The position requires the ability to write strategic documents and implement them through coding, demonstrating a hands-on approach to problem-solving. While specific programming languages are not mentioned, familiarity with complex infrastructure and cloud environments is essential. This remote role is ideal for someone who has previously worked at a senior level in platform engineering and is ready to take on significant responsibilities that will influence the future capabilities of Astronomer’s products. The company values individuals who can navigate ambitious requirements and contribute to evolving infrastructure needs.