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We are looking for an experienced software engineer to lead the development of our distributed edge compute platform. This role demands a deep understanding of hyperscalers like AWS, Azure, or GCP, and the ability to design and operate large-scale systems. The successful candidate will contribute to the platform's architecture, ensuring fault tolerance, consistency, and efficient traffic routing.
- Design and implement a massively distributed edge compute platform, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance.
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Develop external-facing APIs, considering design, versioning, and interactions with customers and partners. - Optimize high-throughput L7 traffic routing for efficient data processing.
- Utilize Kubernetes internals for resource management and container deployment.
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Collaborate with a team of engineers to build and operate the platform, sharing knowledge and best practices. -
Translate distributed systems complexity into clear architectural tradeoffs -
Communicate infrastructure risks and mitigation strategies to executive stakeholders -
Manage technical requirements from customers' needs. -
Collaborate effectively with AI/ML systems engineers, Hardware architects, Network engineering teams, Security and compliance teams -
Present scalability models and reliability metrics in measurable, defensible terms -
Mentor engineering teams on distributed systems best practices -
Anticipate internal and external business challenges and / or regulatory issues and drive process, product or service improvements that create competitive advantage. - Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in distributed systems and edge computing.
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Establish design reviews and architectural governance standards -
Ensure the platform's security and data privacy, adhering to industry standards and regulations. - Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality.
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Extensive experience (5+ years) with hyperscaler technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) and managed services. Have worked at or intimately with AWS, Azure, GCP, or similar-scale platforms - built internal cloud, compute, or infrastructure services - Proven track record in designing and operating large-scale distributed systems.
- Strong fundamentals in distributed systems, including consistency models and fault tolerance.
- Proficiency in API design and development, with an understanding of versioning and SDK foundations.
- Experience with Kubernetes and containerization technologies for resource management.
- Solid understanding of high-throughput traffic routing and network protocols.
- Ability to work independently and manage complex technical tasks.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a willingness to share knowledge.
- Familiarity with security best practices and data privacy regulations.
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Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. PhD preferred.
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Aug 05, 2026