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Staff Software Engineer - Compute Platform

FastlyLondon, United Kingdom
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with a strong background in software engineering and a passion for building scalable systems. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in Rust programming, a solid understanding of networking concepts, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

About the job

At Fastly, we are dedicated to enhancing connectivity to the digital experiences that matter most to our users. Our cutting-edge edge cloud platform empowers our clients to rapidly and securely deliver exceptional digital solutions by processing, serving, and securing applications close to their end-users — right at the edge of the Internet. Built to leverage the modern internet, our platform is highly programmable and supports agile software development, serving a roster of prestigious clients such as GitHub, Yelp, Paramount, and JetBlue.

Join us in our mission to create a more trustworthy Internet.

Posting Open Date: 24 March, 2026

Anticipated Posting Close Date*: 20 April, 2026

*Job posting may close early due to the volume of applicants.

Staff Software Engineer, Compute Platform

Our team is responsible for developing the Compute platform at Fastly — an advanced serverless solution built on open standards operating on our extensive global edge network. This platform meets the demands of modern application development, enabling customers to execute code in a secure environment with microsecond cold start times, at scale, right on the edge.

We are seeking a talented Staff Software Engineer to join our dynamic team and help enhance our hosting infrastructure. This role will encompass essential networking and systems-level tasks, as well as cross-team collaboration and the design of high-quality APIs for our customers to leverage services developed by other teams. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to influential open-source projects (such as Wasmtime) that play a pivotal role in our Compute vision.

What You'll Do:

  • Facilitate seamless communication and coordination among team members and across various technical and product teams.
  • Engage in code reviews to enhance the codebase and improve team processes.
  • Lead projects from a technical standpoint, driving progress and keeping stakeholders informed on project status.
  • Develop platform-level code in Rust that addresses host concerns such as back pressure, resource limits, and service interactions.
  • Investigate and resolve performance and stability challenges to meet stringent scalability requirements.
  • Take ownership of a large-scale production system characterized by exceptional performance and availability needs.

About Fastly

Fastly is at the forefront of digital connectivity, offering a state-of-the-art edge cloud platform designed to optimize the delivery of applications and digital experiences. We prioritize security, speed, and reliability, enabling our customers to thrive in a fast-paced digital landscape.

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