[Remote] Staff Software Engineer at Cribl

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Data Management, IT Operations, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a BS in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering with 7+ years of experience or an MS with 4+ years of experience. They must have expert knowledge and demonstrated experience in building enterprise-grade products for highly available distributed systems at scale, along with expert knowledge of designing, building, and using APIs (e.g., REST and RPC). Expertise in data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems is required, as is experience developing and using products in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong ownership, excellent communication skills for explaining complex technical topics, and a self-driven, motivated attitude with a track record of learning new technologies are also essential.

Responsibilities

The Staff Software Engineer will develop software for the reliable and scalable operation of Cribl Stream, including deployment, configuration, and orchestration of distributed nodes at high scale. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate feature requirements into technical designs and implementable code, developing, testing, and maintaining robust code. Responsibilities include providing feedback on design and code reviews, leading feature development, creating automated tests and comprehensive test plans, championing teamwork and best practices, and providing technical and thought leadership. The role also involves introducing performance and efficiency improvements, mentoring junior engineers, contributing to blogs, and supporting SaaS products, which may include participation in 24x7 on-call rotations.

Skills

Distributed Systems
Scalability
Reliability
Software Development
Data Processing
Real-time Data
Deployment
Configuration Management
Orchestration

Cribl

Data observability solutions for tech businesses

About Cribl

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.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$576.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Stock Options
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending account (FSA)
401(k) plan offered (US)
Parental Leave
Professional Development and Career Growth
Generous Vacation and Holiday Policy, including 2 Floating Holidays for holidays you observe
Employee Resource Groups that reflect our values driven company culture

Risks

Emerging data observability startups could threaten Cribl's market share with competitive pricing.
Rapid AI advancements may outpace Cribl's offerings if not updated timely.
Economic downturns could impact Cribl's ability to maintain its high valuation.

Differentiation

Cribl offers unique data routing and transformation with Cribl Stream and Cribl Edge.
The company integrates seamlessly with major platforms like Office 365 and Microsoft Azure.
Cribl's focus on real-time data processing sets it apart in the data observability market.

Upsides

Cribl raised $319M in Series E funding, boosting its valuation to $3.5 billion.
The rise of multi-cloud strategies enhances Cribl's integration capabilities across cloud environments.
Increased demand for edge computing solutions positions Cribl Edge for significant growth.

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