Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure

NYHQFull-time$215k–$260k2026-11-04 → 2026-11-10

On-site

Core

Set technical direction for the cloud platform underpinning every system at CLEAR, including AWS networking, Kubernetes, and infrastructure for AI workloads.

Role type

Staff Software Engineer (Cloud Infrastructure)

Builds

Durable, cross-team patterns and standards for building, shipping, and operating reliable software; production-like staging environments and infrastructure for AI workloads.

Domain

Cloud Infrastructure / Identity & Travel

Deliverable

infrastructure

Required skills

AWS architecture (VPC, networking, IAM), Kubernetes (EKS, service mesh), Infrastructure as Code (Pulumi, Terraform), Python/Java system design, observability, incident response

Preferred skills

Edge and network security tooling (Cloudflare, Palo Alto)

Responsibilities

Drive long-term architecture of the cloud platform; lead cross-functional initiatives from RFC to rollout; define and evolve infrastructure engineering standards; act as product owner for the platform; mentor engineers and lead design reviews

Seniority

Staff, technical leadership & cross-team influence

About CLEAR

CLEAR is building THE secure identity company of the future. Our mission is to make experiences safer and easier—physically and digitally. With more than 38 million Members and a growing network of partners across the world, CLEAR's secure identity platform is transforming the way people live, work, and travel. Whether it’s at the airport, stadium, or throughout your everyday life, CLEAR unlocks the magic of frictionless experiences.