Senior Software Engineer, Observability

Astronomer is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their R&D team, focusing on their data observability product. As an industry leader in data orchestration, Astronomer has designed Astro, a powerful platform powered by Airflow that helps data teams build reliable data products.

The role involves working on critical components of their expansion strategy, specifically the data observability platform. You'll be responsible for designing and developing features that provide customers with enhanced visibility into their data pipelines and products. The position requires strong expertise in Golang, SQL, and distributed systems, with a focus on building scalable solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact in the data orchestration space. The company values diverse experiences and backgrounds, welcoming candidates with unconventional career paths. As a globally-distributed, venture-backed team, Astronomer offers a collaborative environment where innovation and learning are encouraged.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from CA$190,000 - CA$220,000, plus equity, and embraces remote work culture. You'll be working with cross-functional teams to shape the future of data orchestration and observability, making it an ideal position for those passionate about solving complex data challenges at scale.

Key technical requirements include 5+ years of engineering experience, proficiency in Golang, SQL and OLAP databases, and experience with distributed systems and stream processing. The ideal candidate will also bring strong communication skills and experience working in fast-paced startup environments.

Astronomer maintains a strong commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment, fostering an inclusive remote-first culture. This role offers the chance to be at the forefront of the industry, working on solutions that help organizations unlock insights and drive data-driven applications.