Senior Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Discovery / Search)
AffirmFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should have experience with data structures and algorithms, agile processes, and rapid iterative development. Experience in developing distributed systems and working with data at scale is required, along with experience integrating with 3rd party APIs. Familiarity with AWS, Lambda, and cloud infrastructure is necessary, as is experience building search functionalities. The ability to problem-solve from first principles, maintain focus on overarching objectives, and possess excellent communication skills are also essential.
The Software Engineer will write clean, maintainable, and testable code with an eye towards observability and resilience. They will collaborate with peers and cross-functional team members to meet project goals and refine software development practices. Responsibilities include working on tech debt, bug fixes, and new features, participating in the entire software development lifecycle, and sharing on-call duties as part of a service ownership model.
Data observability solutions for tech businesses
Cribl operates in the data observability market, helping tech businesses monitor, analyze, and visualize their data for better operational and security insights. The company offers two main products: Cribl Stream and Cribl Edge. Cribl Stream enables businesses to efficiently route and transform logs and metrics, either on their own infrastructure or through cloud services, ensuring timely data delivery. Cribl Edge focuses on collecting and processing real-time observability data from edge devices, which can then be sent to Cribl Stream or other destinations. Cribl distinguishes itself by integrating seamlessly with platforms like Office 365 and Microsoft Azure, allowing clients to enhance their data management capabilities. The company's goal is to create effective data ecosystems that empower organizations to make sense of their data.