Principal Distributed System Engineer

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We are looking for an experienced Principal Distributed System Engineer to join our team and lead the development of advanced distributed systems.

In this role, you will be tasked with creating technical solutions to solve complex challenges, ensuring systems are scalable, reliable, and efficient. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results, mentor team members, and drive innovation. If you are passionate about distributed systems and enjoy tackling challenging technical problems, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering teams to design and implement scalable and reliable solutions for distributed systems
• Oversee the development of high-quality software, ensuring best practices in system design, architecture, and coding standards are followed
• Apply expertise across multiple technical domains, including cloud platforms, DevOps, and data engineering, to address system challenges
• Architect and manage enterprise-level systems, ensuring they align with business goals and meet scalability demands
• Work with stakeholders to address technical issues and deliver creative solutions that align with business needs
• Provide technical leadership during client interactions, advising on architecture strategies and solving complex technical problems
• Guide and mentor junior engineers by sharing knowledge through workshops, training sessions, and technical discussions
• Stay current with new technologies and incorporate cutting-edge tools and practices into ongoing and future projects
• Support presales efforts by offering technical expertise and contributing to the strategic approach for client solutions
• Introduce innovative tools, frameworks, and technologies to streamline development processes and solve technical challenges effectively
  
  

Requirements

• At least 5 years of professional experience in data engineering, focusing on designing and maintaining distributed systems
• Minimum of 2 years of experience leading teams of 5 or more in roles such as Architect, Manager, or Owner, with a focus on technical guidance and team mentorship
• Experience participating in at least 2 full project lifecycles or involvement in multiple stages of project development
• Advanced proficiency in at least one core programming language (e.g., Java, Python, GoLang, C#) with the ability to apply this across different domains
• Comprehensive knowledge across various areas, including cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), DevOps practices, data engineering, system security, architecture, and performance optimization
• Proven ability to design and architect complex systems, breaking them into scalable and maintainable components
• Experience working with multiple technical stacks and the ability to quickly adapt to new tools and technologies
• Strong focus on writing efficient, scalable, and production-grade code for enterprise systems
• Familiarity with frameworks like TRIZ or similar methodologies for developing innovative engineering solutions
• Hands-on experience deploying and managing systems in cloud environments such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Advanced English proficiency (C1 level or higher), with excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
  

Nice to have

• Certifications in product management or related areas to complement your technical expertise
• Experience contributing to open-source projects or participating in collaborative software development initiatives
• Deep understanding of advanced distributed system concepts, including fault tolerance, consensus algorithms, and distributed storage mechanisms
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority levelAssociate

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionEngineering, Information Technology, and Business Development
• IndustriesSoftware Development and IT Services and IT Consulting

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