Principal Software Engineer - Platform - Remote

Overview

Data is at the core of modern business, yet many teams struggle with its overwhelming volume and complexity. At Atlan, we’re changing that. As the world’s first active metadata platform, we help organisations transform data chaos into clarity and seamless collaboration.

From Fortune 500 leaders to hyper-growth startups, from automotive innovators redefining mobility to healthcare organisations saving lives, and from Wall Street powerhouses to Silicon Valley trailblazers — we empower ambitious teams across industries to unlock the full potential of their data.

Recognised as leaders by Gartner and Forrester and backed by Insight Partners, Atlan is at the forefront of reimagining how humans and data work together. Joining us means becoming part of a movement to shape a future where data drives extraordinary outcomes.

In Short

• Define the technical vision for Atlan’s platform, driving the architecture and strategy for scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise customers.
• Tackle complex challenges in metadata management and large-scale data processing.
• Architect and implement solutions like a large-scale metadata graph and OLAP-ready lakehouse.
• Own and deliver on the major business outcomes for the Atlan Platform.
• Lead technical initiatives to enhance observability and optimize costs.
• Collaborate with globally distributed teams and mentor engineers.
• Serve as a technical thought leader and advocate for best practices.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in solving challenging problems at scale.
• Proficient in Go or Java, writing clean, well-documented code.
• Experience managing Kubernetes clusters and ensuring enterprise-grade security.
• Excel at API design and management for large-scale platforms.
• Embrace a cost and security-first mindset.
• Passionate about building the world’s largest metadata graph.
• Value transparency and accountability in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in globally distributed teams.

Benefits

• Ownership from Day One on impactful projects.
• Limitless opportunities for growth.
• A global data community with contributions to open-source projects.