Staff Software Engineer - Platform

Astronomer, the company behind Astro, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Platform team. This role is crucial for the development and maintenance of their enterprise-grade data orchestration platform. The position involves working with cutting-edge technologies like Node.js, React.js, and Kubernetes to build and scale critical infrastructure.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll be responsible for leading technical initiatives, mentoring team members, and ensuring the platform's reliability and scalability. The role combines hands-on development with technical leadership, requiring expertise in distributed systems, database management, and cloud-native applications.

The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of software engineering experience and a strong background in platform engineering. You'll work in a globally-distributed team focused on innovation and collaboration, contributing to a product that helps organizations manage their data workflows effectively.

Astronomer offers a remote-first work environment and values diversity and inclusion. They welcome candidates with non-traditional backgrounds and emphasize the importance of continuous learning and growth. The position involves working with enterprise-level customers and participating in on-call rotations, making it an excellent opportunity for engineers who want to impact how organizations handle mission-critical data operations.

The role combines technical excellence with leadership responsibilities, offering the chance to shape the future of data orchestration while working with modern technologies and practices. If you're passionate about building scalable platforms and leading technical teams, this position offers the perfect blend of challenges and opportunities for growth.