Staff Software Engineer, Analytics Platform

Contentful is seeking a technical leader to spearhead their Analytics product evolution. This Staff Software Engineer role combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic product development, focusing on building and scaling a robust analytics platform that processes billions of events daily. The position offers an opportunity to work directly with senior leadership, including the CTO and EVP, while mentoring team members and engaging with customers.

The role demands expertise in building high-throughput, data-intensive systems, with a focus on TypeScript, cloud-native tools, and modern data engineering frameworks. You'll be responsible for designing end-to-end architectures, optimizing data pipelines, and implementing APIs for high-traffic applications. The ideal candidate brings both technical excellence and business acumen, capable of aligning technical solutions with business goals.

Contentful, powering nearly 30% of Fortune 500 companies' digital experiences, offers a dynamic work environment with 800 employees from 70+ nations. The company provides comprehensive benefits, including equity, full healthcare coverage, parental leave, and professional development opportunities. Based in either Berlin or Denver, you'll join a diverse team reshaping how organizations deliver digital content.

This role is perfect for someone who combines technical expertise with product vision, enjoys mentoring others, and wants to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing enterprise SaaS company. The hybrid work environment offers flexibility while maintaining collaborative opportunities with global teams.