Staff Software Engineer (Cloud Infrastructure)

TL;DR

Staff Software Engineer (Cloud Infrastructure): Designing and implementing scalable cloud compute foundations for a legal data intelligence platform with an accent on cloud-native architecture and shared services. Focus on building reliable infrastructure for Kubernetes, optimizing distributed systems, and mentoring engineering teams to raise overall technical quality.

Location: Hybrid (Illinois, USA)

Salary: $174,000 – $262,000

Company

hirify.global is a leading legal data intelligence company providing an AI-powered cloud platform for high-stakes legal work.

What you will do

• Lead the design and implementation of scalable cloud infrastructure solutions to support strategic goals.
• Develop complex cloud infrastructure and shared services across Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Define and enforce cloud-native architecture standards and best practices.
• Mentor and guide engineers across multiple teams to foster growth and engineering quality.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies for platform innovation.
• Ensure the security, scalability, and reliability of cloud systems through strong operational practices.

Requirements

• Experience designing infrastructure platforms, tooling, and services with Kubernetes integration.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, networking, and security.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technically and mentor engineers across teams.
• Must be based in or able to work in a hybrid model in Illinois, USA.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) and automation tools.
• Background working with global and cross-cultural teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary, annual performance bonus, and long-term equity incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement programs with wellness resources.
• Discretionary Time Off (DTO) and parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers.
• Two annual company breaks and a home office stipend.
• Strong engineering culture emphasizing technical excellence, reliability, and shared ownership.