Senior Infrastructure Software Engineer, Search Platform - Remote

Overview

As an Infrastructure Engineer, your role will be crucial in shaping and constructing the robust systems that not only support our current flagship products but also lay the groundwork for the next wave of engineering innovations. From optimizing user experiences across various projects to ensuring seamless scalability and data integrity, you'll be at the forefront of shaping the technological backbone of our platform.

In Short

• Build infrastructure capable of handling hundreds of petabytes of user data.
• Develop a robust, highly scalable search platform to power Dropbox Dash.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to understand business requirements.
• Proactively identify new opportunities and drive improvements.
• Stay current with emerging search and retrieval technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and implement capabilities.
• Demonstrate adaptability and strategic thinking.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.

Requirements

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
• 8+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proven track record constructing and managing expansive backend systems.
• Proficient in programming and debugging across languages such as Python, Go, C/C++, or Java.
• Extensive experience with search platforms or related technologies.
• Ability to navigate and thrive in ambiguous situations.
• Capable of taking ownership of long-term projects.
• Ability to set medium-to-long term strategy for projects.

Benefits

• Opportunity to impact millions of users.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements.