Senior Engineer I (Distributed Data)

We want people who are passionate about designing and building secure systems at scale. 

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated engineer who is passionate about coding, is comfortable working remotely, thrives in a collaborative environment and is excited about our mission. Our mission is to maximize the efficient use of DO’s server fleet as well as to continuously improve the ease of fleet management and operation. But beyond our mission, we believe in fostering diverse interests among our team members. 

At DigitalOcean, we believe in creating simple, yet powerful, foundations (with love) from which our community can build.  The Fleet Optimization Engineering team delivers on this mission by building a scalable, reliable, efficient and secure platform foundation that supports all DigitalOcean products.

Our Stack: Golang, Linux, Kubernetes, bash, LibVirt, KVM, Python, MySQL

Our Tools: GitHub, GitHub Actions, Bash, Jira, Slack, Grafana, Victoria Metrics, GSuite

Our Team: The person filling this position will report to the manager of the Fleet Optimization Engineering team, leading the Fleet Data mission. Three diverse engineers currently support the Fleet Data mission and they are located across the US and Canada. 

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading the development of our scalable and distributed data services
• Developing scripts, tools, and automation solutions to streamline virtualization processes, enhance system performance, and improve operational efficiency.
• Working closely with cross-functional teams including developers, system administrators, and network engineers to troubleshoot issues, implement solutions, and optimize virtualized environments. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential.
• Staying updated with the latest advancements in Linux virtualization technologies and industry best practices. Proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing innovative solutions.
• Diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues related to Linux virtualization infrastructure promptly. Utilizing analytical skills and creativity to address challenges effectively.

What We'll Expect From You:

• A track record of successfully developing, deploying and managing distributed systems that perform at scale.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages such as Bash, Python or Perl.
• Extensive experience working with Linux-based virtualization technologies (KVM, Xen, Docker, LXC, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and analytical approach to troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Passion for continuous learning and innovation, with a keen interest in exploring new technologies and challenges.
• Strong mentoring of young engineers.

Why You’ll Like Working for DigitalOcean:

• We are proud to work here. You’ll be a part of a cutting-edge technology company with an upward trajectory, who are proud to simplify cloud computing so builders can spend more time creating software that changes the world. As a member of the team, you will be a Shark who thinks big, bold, and scrappy, like an owner with a bias for action and a powerful sense of responsibility for customers, products, employees, and decisions. 
• We prioritize career development. At DO, you’ll do the best work of your career. You will work with some of the smartest and most interesting people in the industry. We are a high-performance organization that will always challenge you to think big. Our organizational development team will provide you with resources to ensure you keep growing. We provide employees with reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education. All employees have access to LinkedIn Learning's 10,000+ courses to support their continued growth and development.
• We care about your well-being. Regardless of your location, we will provide you with a competitive array of benefits to support your overall well-being, from one-time work from home stipend to wellness allowance to flexible time off policy, to name a few. While the philosophy around our benefits is the same worldwide, specific benefits may vary based on local regulations and preferences.
• We reward our employees. The salary range for this position is between  $140,000 - $174,000 based on market data, relevant years of experience, and skills. You may qualify for a bonus in addition to base salary; bonus amounts are determined based on company and individual performance. We also provide equity compensation to eligible employees, including equity grants upon hire and the option to participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Program. 
• We value diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer, and recognize that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams and products to serve our customers. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

*This is a remote role

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