R&D Engineer (Kubernetes, Go)

TL;DR

R&D Engineer (Kubernetes, Go): Leading the design and implementation of highly scalable, reliable, and performant distributed systems for cloud-native infrastructure solutions with an accent on architecture, technical leadership, and hands-on development. Focus on selecting appropriate technologies, solving complex technical challenges, and ensuring system interoperability and scalability.

Location: Onsite in Bellevue, Washington, USA. Must have legal authorization to work in the US.

Salary: $108,000 - $172,800 annually (base salary)

Company

hirify.global Inc. is a global infrastructure technology leader designing, developing, and supplying a broad range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions.

What you will do

• Lead the design and development of highly scalable, reliable, and performant distributed systems.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to engineering teams.
• Contribute significantly to the hands-on implementation of core system components.
• Identify and resolve complex technical challenges in critical system issues.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and other engineering teams for successful product delivery.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3+ years focusing on distributed systems.
• Deep understanding and hands-on experience with distributed systems concepts and technologies (e.g., microservices, distributed databases, messaging queues).
• Extensive experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., VMware vSphere, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Proficiency in one or more relevant programming languages (e.g., Go, Java, Python, C++).
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of networking concepts and protocols relevant to distributed systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Must have legal authorization to work in the US.

Nice to have

• Experience with Kubernetes and Container orchestration.
• Experience with open-source distributed systems frameworks and projects.
• Contributions to open-source projects or relevant technical publications.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• 401(K) participation including company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time.
• Culture of innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence.