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Principal Software Engineer, AI Tools and Security

DockerSeattle, WA
On-site Full-Time

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Qualifications

Responsibilities:Define and architect innovative technical solutions for new products. Collaborate with Product and Design teams to shape product features. Mentor and guide other technical team members to foster growth. Serve as the primary technical liaison for the team. Qualifications:Required:12+ years of backend engineering experience, with substantial expertise in production-grade distributed systems at scale. Proven technical leadership across multiple teams or domains, with a track record of driving architectural vision and influencing long-term product strategies. Exceptional understanding of product and platform dynamics, focusing on how technology impacts developer and business outcomes. Deep expertise in designing and evolving large-scale, cloud-native systems, particularly in distributed computing, service-oriented architecture, and performance optimization. Experience in building secure, resilient, and high-throughput backend systems.

About the job

At Docker, we revolutionize application development, empowering developers to concentrate on what truly matters. Our globally distributed, remote-first team is passionate about innovation and crafting exceptional developer experiences. With over 20 million monthly users and 20 billion image pulls, Docker stands as the premier tool for building, sharing, and deploying applications, trusted by both startups and Fortune 100 companies. As we continue to expand rapidly, we invite you to embark on this exciting journey with us!

Join Docker’s AI Tools & Security team, where we are laying the groundwork for the next generation of secure, developer-centric AI infrastructure. Our flagship product, the MCP Gateway, enables developers to connect, monitor, and secure AI agents and tools throughout their lifecycle—from prototype through to production. We are setting the standard for how developers can safely leverage the Model Context Protocol (MCP) in real-world applications.

We are in search of a Principal Backend Engineer who excels at the crossroads of artificial intelligence, security, and developer experience. In this pivotal role, you will guide the technical strategy for the Gateway and its associated services, collaborating closely with Product, Design, and Security teams to craft intuitive frameworks and APIs that developers will love. Embrace a high-velocity, high-ownership environment where you will deliver swiftly, iterate frequently, and help shape the future of secure agent-based development.

About Docker

Docker is at the forefront of application development, simplifying the process so developers can focus on innovation. Our remote-first culture promotes collaboration among a diverse team that shares a commitment to enhancing developer experiences. With a significant user base and robust growth trajectory, Docker is recognized as the leading tool for application creation and deployment, making it a trusted partner for organizations of all sizes.

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