Senior Software Engineer (Kubernetes)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Kubernetes): Building and operating a highly available, scalable Kubernetes-powered container platform with an accent on infrastructure resilience and multi-region scalability. Focus on migrating core workloads to Amazon EKS and optimizing container lifecycle management to ensure system reliability.

Location: Must be based in Bellevue, WA (in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week)

Salary: $196,000 - $230,000 USD (Base pay for Zone 1)

Company

Robinhood is a financial services company dedicated to democratizing finance for all.

What you will do

• Design, build, and operate scalable Kubernetes container infrastructure for high-throughput financial applications.
• Execute the technical migration of core workloads to Amazon EKS ensuring zero-downtime deployments.
• Optimize container lifecycle management, networking infrastructure, and cluster provisioning APIs.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate core platform capabilities like service mesh, authentication, and load balancing.
• Identify and resolve production performance bottlenecks through automated solutions.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency with Kubernetes control plane and data plane components.
• Experience managing large-scale distributed systems or containerized platforms in production.
• Familiarity with AWS services and managed container environments like Amazon EKS.
• Knowledge of container networking concepts and cluster security protocols.
• Must be able to work from the Bellevue, WA office at least 3 days per week.

Culture & Benefits

• Performance-driven compensation including bonus programs and equity ownership.
• Comprehensive health benefits with 100% paid health insurance for employees and 401(k) matching.
• Flexible lifestyle wallet for wellness and professional learning.
• Employer-paid life, disability, fertility, and mental health benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including company holidays and parental leave.
• Exceptional office experience with catered meals and community events.