Backend Software Engineer, Observability

Astronomer, the company behind the industry-leading unified DataOps platform Astro powered by Apache Airflow®, is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to join their observability team. This role focuses on Astro Observe, a critical component of their expansion strategy.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced startup environment, where you'll be instrumental in designing and implementing observability features that help customers gain better visibility into their data pipelines and products. The role requires 1-5 years of engineering experience, with strong expertise in Golang and Python.

As part of the R&D team, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand user requirements and implement solutions that enhance platform usability, reliability, and scalability. The company values diverse experiences and unconventional career paths, making it an inclusive environment for professionals from various backgrounds.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from CA$130,000 - CA$150,000, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. Astronomer operates as a remote-first company, offering flexibility while maintaining a high-performance culture. They serve over 700 leading enterprises worldwide, making this an excellent opportunity to impact how businesses leverage their data.

The ideal candidate should have experience with software development best practices, including code reviews, testing, CI/CD, and debugging. Experience with Apache Airflow and data observability products is a plus. The role combines technical expertise with customer-focused problem-solving, making it perfect for engineers passionate about creating impactful solutions in the data infrastructure space.