Senior Principal Engineer, Central Ops & Systems
Core
Technical visionary and architect for Docker's Central Operations and Systems, defining strategy for internal AI, developer tools, infrastructure, and corporate systems to enable Docker's transformation to an AI-first company.
Role type
Senior Principal Engineer (Strategy & Architecture)
Builds
Internal platform capabilities, AI/SDLC tools, and infrastructure that serve Docker employees and product teams
Domain
Developer tooling, Cloud Infrastructure, AI Engineering, Enterprise Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure | product features
Required skills
Large-scale distributed systems architecture, API design, Cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure), Kubernetes, Infrastructure-as-code, Enterprise security/compliance, Strategic technical planning, Cross-organizational leadership, Build-vs-buy evaluation
Preferred skills
AI/agent initiatives experience, SaaS business model understanding, Executive-level communication, Technical community engagement
Technologies
Kubernetes, Service Mesh, AWS, GCP, Azure, Infrastructure-as-code
Responsibilities
Define multi-year technical vision for internal systems, Architect the Docker SDLC "Golden Path", Lead convergence of fragmented systems into shared platforms, Establish technical contracts between platform and product teams, Mentor Staff and Principal engineers, Drive cost optimization and observability standards
Seniority
Principal, Strategy & Mentorship
