Senior Software Engineer, Upsun

• Strong software engineering background with proficiency in Python and Go
• Comfort working on low-level systems
• Proficiency in asynchronous programming and concurrency models in Python or similar languages
• Strong expertise in Linux systems and internals, including process management, networking, containers, and file systems
• Production experience with containerization technologies (Docker, OCI images, LXC etc.)
• In depth knowledge of Git protocol including how repositories work
• Comfort with debugging complex systems, including going through traces and logs
• Pragmatic problem-solving, employing practical solutions to overcome complex problems efficiently
• Hands-on experience with AI coding assistants and LLM APIs, including applying them to code review, documentation, and debugging
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage in discussions, accept feedback, and share knowledge with diverse audiences
• We know that a great hire won’t meet every requirement that we’ve outlined. If you can see yourself elevating the team, we want to hear your story. Few of us would be here had we not taken a chance

Desirable

• As a Senior Software Engineer at Upsun, you are part of the core engineering team building and maintaining the low-level orchestration components that power our cloud platform
• You directly impact the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of the environment for customers running complex applications
• You balance day-to-day maintenance of our stable, pre-established systems with the strategic execution of modernizing our base orchestration layer from Python to Go
• Your work enables seamless cross-functional operations across our global infrastructure, solving highly complex challenges involving asynchronous networking, distributed coordination, and performance-critical systems
• This role reports to the Director, Software Engineering
• Core Projects: Work on improving and maintaining our orchestration engine and git interface, ensuring they meet high standards of performance, reliability, and security
• Daily Tasks: Work on product or internal features (like reducing dependencies or improving our internal telemetry), extending our testing suite, or releasing our components
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with product, security, and infrastructure teams on container orchestration solutions that align with company goals and customer needs
• Challenging Problems: Build backwards compatible solutions to complex problems while optimizing services to run efficiently and troubleshooting when deployments fail
• Drive Innovation: Constantly seek opportunities to improve automation, testing, and deployment processes

• You can expect 4 interviews on Google Meet to follow the order below. Should you successfully move through the entire process you will have the opportunity to meet with a variety of Upsunners. Our goal is to ensure you can make the most informed decision on whether this role, and our culture aligns with what you’re looking for in your future working environment
• 45 Minutes with Talent Acquisition
• 60 Minutes with Hiring Manager, Director, Software Engineering
• 60 Minutes with Team (ICs)
• 45 Minutes with Executive (VP, Software Engineering)