Staff Engineer, Distributed Systems
LaunchDarklyFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should possess 10+ years of software development experience, with at least 5 years focused on designing, building, and scaling distributed systems. Expertise in cloud-native technologies, including networking and security, is required, along with prior experience on AWS, GCP, or Azure and a deep understanding of cloud best practices. A BS Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience, is necessary, and an advanced degree is preferred. Proven experience in leading and mentoring technical teams, along with strong communication and collaborative techniques, is essential.
The Staff Software Engineer will serve as the technical lead for key initiatives within the Stream Governance product, responsible for delivering functionalities like Confluent Stream Catalog, Stream Sharing, Stream Lineage, and Data Portal. They will design, architect, and develop cloud-native, multi-tenant services for Stream Governance, guiding the product vision and providing technical leadership. Responsibilities include mentoring the engineering team, tackling complex distributed data challenges, enhancing platform efficiency with state-of-the-art solutions, and ensuring the stability, performance, and scalability of mission-critical services with a 99.99 SLA across multiple cloud regions.
Data streaming solutions for real-time processing
Confluent specializes in data streaming solutions, focusing on helping businesses manage and process real-time data streams. Its main product is built on Apache Kafka, an open-source platform that allows users to create real-time data pipelines and streaming applications. Clients, including large enterprises and financial institutions, utilize Confluent's tools to collect, process, and analyze data streams, which helps them make quicker and more informed decisions. Unlike many competitors, Confluent offers a subscription-based model for its cloud platform, Confluent Cloud, and its on-premises software, Confluent Platform, ensuring a steady revenue stream. The company also provides professional services like training and consulting to assist clients in optimizing their data streaming solutions. Confluent's goal is to be a leader in the data streaming market, enabling organizations to leverage real-time data for improved operational efficiency.