Senior Software Engineer, Platform

Astronomer, the company behind Astro, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Platform team. This role is crucial in developing and maintaining Astro's Public API, authentication, authorization, billing, and alerting frameworks. The position offers an opportunity to work with a globally-distributed, venture-backed team focused on data orchestration and observability.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for building and improving core platform components that directly impact customer value. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, contributing to both backend systems and customer-facing features. The role requires expertise in Golang, TypeScript, and SQL databases, with a strong foundation in distributed systems and software development best practices.

Astronomer values diverse experiences and unconventional career paths. The company offers a competitive compensation package ranging from CA$190,000 to CA$220,000, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. As a remote-first company, they embrace flexibility while maintaining high standards of collaboration and innovation.

This role is perfect for experienced engineers who are passionate about scalable systems, have strong communication skills, and want to be at the forefront of data orchestration technology. Experience with Apache Airflow or similar workflow orchestrators is a plus, but not required. Join Astronomer to help shape the future of data orchestration and be part of a team that's revolutionizing how organizations manage their data workflows.