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Principal Software Engineer - Platform as a Service

On-site Full-time $227K/yr - $283.8K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior

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Responsibilities:Design and oversee the implementation of high-scale, reliable, and secure systems that support our PaaS solutions. Determine the technical direction and make foundational decisions regarding system design, scalability, observability, and developer experience. Collaborate with product managers and engineering leadership to establish both short- and long-term priorities for our roadmap. Identify platform bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and potential risks, and develop proactive solutions to address them. Work across teams to ensure seamless integration between platform services, infrastructure, and developer tools. Mentor engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of technical excellence, inclusivity, and impactful innovation. Stay ahead of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in the PaaS, serverless, and cloud-native ecosystems. Performance Metrics:Platform availability and system performanceDeveloper adoption and satisfactionReduction of technical debt and clarity in architectureEngineering velocity and alignment across teams

About the job

Join DigitalOcean and embark on a journey to excel in your career! Collaborate with a vibrant community of skilled professionals dedicated to creating the simplest scalable cloud environment. If you possess a growth mindset, enjoy thinking innovatively, and thrive in the dynamic atmosphere of an industry leader, this is your perfect opportunity. We believe in achieving success together while learning, enjoying our work, and making a significant impact for the innovators and creators around the world.

We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the technical strategy and architecture of our Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) offerings. Our goal is to simplify the deployment, scaling, and management of applications for developers globally—from initial deployment to large-scale production.

In this role, you will be instrumental in designing and developing the next generation of cloud-native services, including App Platform, Functions, and CI/CD. You will architect systems that support our global infrastructure, collaborate closely with various engineering and product teams, and mentor engineers to elevate the entire organization. This is an exceptional opportunity to influence how developers build and deliver software on a platform specifically designed for simplicity and scalability.

We are looking for a candidate who excels in both technical strategy and hands-on execution; someone who enjoys tackling complex distributed problems and amplifying the impact of those around them.

About DigitalOcean

DigitalOcean is a leading cloud infrastructure provider focused on simplifying cloud computing for developers. Our mission is to empower developers to build and scale applications seamlessly, providing a robust platform that supports innovation and growth. Join us and be part of a community that values collaboration, creativity, and technical excellence.

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