Senior Software Engineer, Office of the CTO

Astronomer, the company behind Astro, a leading DataOps platform powered by Apache Airflow, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Office of the CTO. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of data orchestration and AI integration. As a 'hacker in residence,' you'll have the freedom to experiment with cutting-edge technologies and validate new concepts, particularly focusing on how Generative AI will transform data professionals' work over the next 3-5 years.

The position combines technical innovation with strategic thinking, requiring someone who can not only build prototypes but also envision how they fit into the broader ecosystem. You'll work with various technologies, primarily Go, Python, and React/TypeScript, but the role demands adaptability to any tools necessary for concept validation.

The ideal candidate brings significant software development experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for innovation. You'll be part of a globally-distributed, venture-backed team focused on empowering data teams to build reliable data products. The role offers the exciting challenge of working at the intersection of current technology and future possibilities, particularly in advancing from human-driven AI copilots to autonomous agents.

This position offers competitive compensation ($180,000-$210,000) with equity and comprehensive benefits. Astronomer values diversity and maintains a remote-first culture, welcoming candidates from unconventional backgrounds. If you're excited about experimenting with new technologies, contributing to open source, and shaping the future of data orchestration, this role presents an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in the field.