Astronomer is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Infrastructure team for their Enterprise product, Astronomer Software. This role focuses on enhancing scalability, performance, and reliability of Apache Airflow at scale. The position requires deep expertise in container orchestration (Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Openshift).
As a key member of the R&D team, you'll work on minimizing operational overhead and streamlining infrastructure for on-premise installations. The role involves close collaboration with CRE, Platform, and QA teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives. You'll be responsible for implementing robust security measures and utilizing monitoring tools like ELK and Prometheus to optimize system performance.
Astronomer is a globally-distributed, venture-backed team focused on empowering data teams to build mission-critical analytics, AI, and software solutions. The company values diverse experiences and backgrounds, welcoming candidates with unconventional career paths. You'll be working at the forefront of the industry, helping to deliver world-class data solutions.
The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in Kubernetes, cloud platforms, and infrastructure automation, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Additional experience with NodeJS, Go, Apache Airflow, or Openshift would be advantageous. The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to a product that helps organizations manage their data workflows effectively.