Senior Software Engineer, Office of the CTO

Astronomer is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Office of the CTO team, focusing on shaping the future of their Apache Airflow-based products. This role represents a unique opportunity to work as a "hacker in residence" within a company that powers data operations for over 700 leading enterprises worldwide.

The position combines innovative prototyping with strategic thinking, particularly emphasizing the integration of Generative AI into data professional workflows. As a member of the Office of the CTO, you'll have the freedom to experiment with new ideas and technologies, working across various platforms and languages including Go, Python, and React/TypeScript.

The ideal candidate will be a versatile technologist who thrives in exploring uncharted territories and isn't afraid to challenge conventional wisdom. You'll be responsible for building proof-of-concepts that could evolve into customer-facing features, particularly focusing on how AI will transform data engineering over the next 3-5 years.

This role offers an attractive compensation package ranging from $180,000 to $210,000, plus equity, and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a remote-first environment. The position requires a unique blend of technical expertise, creative thinking, and strong communication skills, as you'll be contributing to both technical development and thought leadership.

What makes this role particularly exciting is its focus on future-facing technologies and the autonomy to explore and validate new concepts. You'll be working at the intersection of data engineering and artificial intelligence, helping to shape how these technologies will evolve from human-assisted tools to autonomous systems.

The company culture values diversity and unconventional career paths, making it an ideal environment for innovators who think differently. Working directly with the CTO's office, you'll have a significant impact on the strategic direction of Astronomer's products and the future of data orchestration technology.