Senior Principal Software Engineer, Networking

Responsibilities

Technical Strategy & Architecture

• Define and drive the overarching technical vision, ensuring the platform meets current and future scalability, performance, and security needs
• Evaluate and select tools, frameworks, and architectures to maintain a state-of-the-art technology stack

Leadership & Mentorship

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the engineering organization, setting best practices and standards.
• Coach and mentor engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration

Innovation & Research

• Investigate emerging technologies, frameworks, and best practices
• Lead prototyping initiatives and proof-of-concepts that can transform the platform’s capabilities

Scalability & Performance

• Ensure the platform is designed for high performance and can seamlessly handle increasing user loads
• Oversee performance optimization, load balancing, and capacity planning strategies

Reliability & Availability

• Design fault-tolerant, highly available systems that minimize downtime and deliver a seamless user experience Infrastructure Automation
• Advocate for and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, CI/CD pipelines, and automation best practices
• Continuously refine deployment, testing, and operations processes to improve efficiency

Security & Compliance

• Collaborate with security experts to ensure platform integrity, compliance with industry standards, and protection of sensitive data
• Proactively address security vulnerabilities and champion secure coding practices

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure technical initiatives support business objectives
• Drive alignment between engineering roadmaps and product strategies

Technical Problem-Solving

• Tackle complex architectural and technical issues, providing clear direction and innovative solutions
• Serve as an escalation point for critical system challenges

Code Quality & Reviews

• Uphold coding standards through thorough code reviews, ensuring high-quality, maintainable codebases
• Establish and enforce best practices around testing, documentation, and version control

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing

• Produce comprehensive technical documentation, including architectural diagrams, design guidelines, and operational runbooks
• Promote a transparent engineering culture by sharing insights and successes across the organization

Qualifications

• 12+ years of software engineering experience with demonstrated expertise across multiple domains (SDLC, AI engineering, corporate systems, etc)
• Extensive software engineering experience, with a track record in designing and implementing large-scale, distributed systems
• Deep technical expertise: Proficiency in multiple programming languages, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), and modern development frameworks
• Leadership acumen: Demonstrated ability to lead diverse engineering teams, inspire innovation, and drive successful outcomes
• Architectural vision: Proven skill in defining and driving architectural roadmaps that align with evolving business needs.
• Problem-solving ability: Expertise in diagnosing complex system issues and designing robust, scalable solutions
• Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of influencing both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Security conscious: Solid understanding of security best practices, compliance standards, and data protection
• Continuous improvement mindset: Passion for optimizing processes, toolchains, and workflows
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

As a Senior Principal Software Engineer, you will not only architect innovative solutions but also shape the technical culture. Your leadership and expertise will be pivotal in building a resilient, cutting-edge platform that supports rapid growth and drives long-term success.

Docker considers visa sponsorship on a case-by-case basis based on business needs.

• Compensation & Equity
• United States: $219K - $352K + equity
• POSTING INFORMATION
• Open vacancy: This posting is for an existing open role.
• AI in hiring: Docker may use AI-assisted tools during our recruiting process.
• Interview recordings: Candidates will be invited to opt in to interview recordings to support interviewer calibration and consistent evaluations. Recordings are optional and require explicit consent.

Perks & Benefits

• Remote-first by design - Work from your home, with offices in Seattle and Paris for connection and collaboration.
• Flexibility that fits your life - We trust you to manage your schedule while delivering great work.
• Time to recharge - Generous PTO, designated quarterly Whaleness Days, and a designated end-of-year Whaleness break.
• Home office support - Set up your workspace for comfort and success.
• Technology stipend - Equivalent to US$100 net per month to help support your work.
• Learning & development - Annual stipend for conferences, courses, certifications, and continued learning.
• Parental leave - 16 weeks of paid parental leave after six months of employment.
• Equity for all full-time employees - Share in Docker's long-term success as we continue to grow.
• Comprehensive benefits - Medical, retirement, and paid holidays vary by country.
• Docker swag - Because representing the whale never gets old.

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