Senior Software Engineer (Remote - US) - job 1 of 2

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Astronomer. We are currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer in United States.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the core infrastructure of a leading DataOps platform built around Apache Airflow. As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll work at the intersection of open-source innovation and cloud-scale architecture, building systems that power critical data pipelines across major global enterprises. You’ll join a high-caliber R&D team solving complex challenges in distributed systems, platform reliability, and cloud-native development. If you are passionate about operational excellence and cloud infrastructure, this role offers both impact and technical depth in a fully remote work environment.

Accountabilities:

• Write robust, scalable, and well-tested code to support mission-critical services.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to define technical solutions that meet user needs.
• Participate in regular code reviews, mentoring peers and ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Contribute to on-call rotations and help resolve incidents to maintain platform reliability.
• Act as a subject matter expert for specific technologies, taking ownership of technical direction and roadmap for your areas.
• Create and maintain clear internal documentation for systems, workflows, and standards.
• Lead efforts to proactively identify, debug, and resolve performance or reliability bottlenecks.
• Work within CI/CD pipelines and help streamline automation across the software delivery lifecycle.

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, preferably with cloud-native or backend systems.
• Proficiency in Python and Go, with strong hands-on experience in Kubernetes environments.
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and how to design, consume, and secure them.
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Pytest) and strong TDD/CI practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation.
• Proven ability to estimate project timelines and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
• Passion for operational excellence and building reliable, scalable platforms.
• Strong understanding of version control (Git), automation, debugging, and performance tuning.

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience with Apache Airflow or data orchestration tools.
• Prior work on a SaaS platform or infrastructure product.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools like Docker, Helm, Terraform, or Ansible.

• Competitive salary estimated between $180,000 - $210,000, depending on location and experience.
• Equity component included in total compensation package.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible work arrangements.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision).
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Career development support and access to continuous learning opportunities.
• Inclusive company culture that celebrates diverse backgrounds and non-traditional paths.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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