Staff Software Engineer (Infrastructure Foundations)
Temporal Technologies Inc.
11 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
Senior Compensation
$ 286KJob location
Remote
Tech stack
Java
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Computer Programming
Distributed Systems
Systems Architecture
Google Cloud Platform
Cloud Platform System
Concurrency
Reliability of Systems
Build Management
Cloud Optimization
Job description
- We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join our Infrastructure Foundations team. This role focuses on driving technical strategy, alignment, and execution across compute, networking, and cloud orchestration
- This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the scalability, reliability, and operational excellence of Temporal's core infrastructure while also influencing the long-term direction of the platform
- Design and build systems that optimize cloud usage and scale for global expansion
- Contribute to system architecture and execution with a focus on distributed systems
- Co-author roadmaps, setting the vision for infrastructure scalability, reliability, and engineering velocity
- Build reliable and scalable network, storage, and compute systems
- Foster and maintain a culture of engineering and operational excellence
- Develop effective partnerships across engineering, security, and product teams to ensure alignment of infrastructure goals
- Lead design reviews for projects, with a focus on system reliability, scalability, and maintainability
- Partner with Security to ensure infrastructure is secure by default
- Engage directly with stakeholders and customers to understand their requirements and enable their success
- Deeply understand how to leverage Temporal's platform to power infrastructure at scale
- Gain insights into customer needs and translate them into infrastructure design decisions
- Explore new technologies and approaches to enhance infrastructure reliability and scalability
- Share and advocate for design principles to build reliable systems at scale
- Mentor and grow other engineers, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration
- Drive alignment across teams, ensuring roadmaps and priorities remain connected to organizational goals
Requirements
- A track record of contributing to long-term technical roadmaps and making thoughtful system-level tradeoffs
- Deep expertise in at least one infrastructure domain (e.g., compute, networking, storage) and familiarity with related domains
- Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to drive alignment across diverse teams and stakeholders
- Hands-on experience with one or more cloud providers (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure), with an understanding of how to optimize for cost, performance, and reliability
- Strong experience designing distributed systems and utilizing concurrency primitives
- At least 8+ years of coding experience in languages such as Go, Java, or similar, with expertise in writing concurrent code
- A passion for driving technical excellence, scalability, and operational reliability in cloud-based infrastructure
- Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional engineering efforts focused on cloud, compute, networking, and storage infrastructure
Benefits & conditions
- Remote-First Workforce: We embrace a remote-first culture with flexible schedules, allowing you to balance work and life on your terms. Work from your home office or one of 150+ WeWork locations worldwide. If there's no WeWork near you, we cover alternative co-working spaces. Plus, our Travel to Coworking stipend supports your commute with coverage for public transport, ride-sharing, or parking expenses.
- Medical, Dental & Vision: We provide comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one, covering 100% of premiums for you and your family. You can choose between a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) or a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan, with dental (including orthodontics) and full vision coverage. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are available, with employer contributions to HSA plans.
- Flexible Time Off: Employee wellness is key to our success. We encourage you to take the time you need to maintain balance and stay refreshed - whether it's for recovery, vacation, or personal time. In addition to unlimited flexible time off, we offer 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays (US).
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Planning for your future is important, and our 401(k) plan helps you build a secure financial foundation. With a range of investment options and the flexibility to contribute pre-tax or after-tax income, we make saving simple.
- Disability & Life Insurance Coverage: Our disability and life insurance ensure financial security for you and your loved ones during life's uncertainties, from illness to injury or unexpected loss. Coverage begins on day one, with 100% of premiums covered for peace of mind.
- Paid Parental Leave: We support your family at every stage. Birth parents receive up to 20 weeks of fully paid leave, and non-birth parents up to 12 weeks. We also offer comprehensive support throughout your fertility planning journey.
- Remote Office Perks: While we provide you with the basics, enjoy a home office stipend to build up your workspace ($1,000/year), an internet stipend to ensure connectivity ($74/month), and reimbursements for work-from-home meals ($300/month).
- Health & Wellness Perks: Take advantage of a lifestyle spending account ($1,200/year), free access to the Calm app, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) offering personalized support, therapy, and other resources.
- Learning & Development Perks: Invest in your growth with a learning and development stipend ($1,500/year) for courses and certifications, and a professional membership stipend ($500/year) to deepen your industry involvement.