Senior Staff Software Engineer, Data Governance and Metadata Systems - Remote

Overview

As a Senior Staff Software Engineer at Webflow, you will help build the foundation for trusted, secure, and intelligent data systems that power governance, enable self-service, and unlock AI-driven insights.

In Short

• Remote-first position based in the United States, Canada, Ireland, the United Kingdom, or Mexico.
• Full-time and permanent role.
• Lead the governance and compliance strategy.
• Design and implement Webflow’s Central Data Catalog.
• Architect privacy-aware infrastructure.
• Apply ML/AI techniques to platform features.
• Scale and harden distributed data infrastructure.
• Mentor engineers and shape engineering standards.
• Participate in company-wide bonus program.
• Support for personal and professional development.

Requirements

• 10+ years of backend or infrastructure engineering experience.
• Expertise in metadata systems and data catalog platforms.
• Understanding of data compliance implications.
• Familiarity with modern data infrastructure.
• Experience designing secure production-grade environments.
• Applied ML/AI to infrastructure or platform features.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity.
• Stay curious and open to growth.

Benefits

• Equity ownership (RSUs).
• 100% employer-paid healthcare, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Flexible PTO and sabbatical program.
• Access to mental wellness and professional coaching.
• Monthly stipends for work and wellness.
• 401k plan or pension schemes.