Principal Engineer - Core Cloud Platform
Core
Architecting and operating the cloud infrastructure (AWS, Kubernetes, storage) supporting hundreds of services and 400+ engineers.
Role type
Principal Engineer - Core Cloud Platform
Builds
Cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes clusters, data storage layers, and self-service provisioning tooling.
Domain
Cloud Infrastructure / Kubernetes / Data Storage
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
Kubernetes, AWS, Python, Golang, Data Storage (SQL, MongoDB, ClickHouse, Elasticsearch), Networking, Service Meshes, CI/CD
Preferred skills
Vespa, Hashicorp Vault, Automated provisioning tools, Multi-tenant architectures
Technologies
AWS, Kubernetes, Helm, Python, Golang, SQL, MongoDB, ClickHouse, Elasticsearch, Service Meshes
Responsibilities
Own the architectural roadmap for cloud, Kubernetes, and storage platforms; Build cell registry and automate provisioning; Design cross-cell gate mechanisms; Operate and evolve the platform including upgrades and lifecycle management; Improve security, reliability, cost efficiency, and performance; Champion standards to eliminate duplication; Build AI-powered integrations and tooling.
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship