Staff Software Engineer

Essential Functions:

• Build and maintain user interfaces using Spotify Backstage for our internal developer portal.
• Write robust, maintainable code in Go/GoLang and TypeScript.
• Develop API integrations using Crossplane and similar control plane technologies.
• Collaborate on front-end development using React JS to build dynamic and responsive user interfaces.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab.
• Ensure smooth integration and deployment with Docker containers and Kubernetes orchestration.
• Champion best practices in continuous integration and delivery.
• Use Python to automate tasks and enhance operational efficiency.
• Efficiently manage codebase with Git, ensuring best practices for collaboration and version control.
• Implement organizational best practices for mature and secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and DevSecOps.
• Guide diverse development teams on Secure Software Development.

Experience and Skills Required:

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience in a full-stack or back-end focused role.
• Strong proficiency in Spotify Backstage for front-end development or similar platforms.
• Expertise in Go/GoLang and TypeScript.
• Experience with React JS
• Extensive knowledge of DevOps practices including CI/CD pipeline development using GitLab, containerization with Docker, and orchestration with Kubernetes.
• Proficient in Python for scripting and automation tasks.
• Strong command of Git for version control.
• Software program management and documentation skills using Jira, Confluence, GitLab.
• Ability to collaborate across teams, mentor junior engineers, and provide technical leadership.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation.

Preferred:

• Experience with Crossplane for writing Go-based Kubernetes applications.
• Knowledge of cloud-native infrastructure tools and platforms.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and serverless technologies.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, Software Engineering or other IT-related field or equivalent experience