Business Area:
EngineeringSeniority Level:
Mid-Senior levelJob Description:
At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry. Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.
The Data Platform Pillar is the bedrock of Cloudera’s technology, where we design and build the core components that let our customers store, manage, and process data with unmatched scalability, security, and performance.
We are seeking passionate engineers to join our Public Cloud / R&D Core team and contribute to groundbreaking projects. As a Staff Engineer, you will work in various areas that empower multi and hybrid cloud data management capabilities. This role encompasses a highly technical role, offering a unique balance for individuals seeking diverse challenges.
As a Senior Staff Engineer, you will:
Lead the design and architecture of complex, large-scale cloud services that form the backbone of our multi-cloud and hybrid data management platform.
Develop and implement core components, tackling challenges in areas like data governance, security, and distributed systems.
Drive technical innovation by prototyping and evaluating new technologies, cloud-native solutions to solve complex customer problems.
Mentor and guide other engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
Collaborate with product managers, and other engineering teams to design solutions and architecture to deliver high-quality, scalable, and resilient solutions.
We are excited about you if you have (Required Experience):
MSc/BSc degree in computer science or equivalent industry experience.
Demonstrated experience in large scale distributed projects
Strong background in public cloud (AWS, GCP, Azure), with expertise in security, infrastructure provisioning, containerization, and service enablement.
Advanced Java programming skills
Solid knowledge of Linux environments, networking, virtual machines and container technologies (e.g., Docker) and CI/CD solutions like Jenkins, Github Actions.
Experience with the full software development lifecycle, including production operations, monitoring, alerting, and participating in an on-call rotation for the services you build.
You are a proactive problem-solver who can independently identify, define, and drive projects forward with minimal guidance.
Proven ability to diagnose and resolve challenging issues in large-scale, distributed cloud environments.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams across different geographies.
Passion for coaching and developing team members to achieve their full potential.
You may also have:
Experience in Go, Python and Typescript is a plus.
This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
The expected base salary range for this role in
California $213,000-$266,000
The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location
What you can expect from us:
Generous PTO Policy
Support work life balance with Unplugged Days
Flexible WFH Policy
Mental & Physical Wellness programs
Phone and Internet Reimbursement program
Access to Continued Career Development
Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages
Paid Volunteer Time
Employee Resource Groups
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Skills Required
- MSc/BSc degree in computer science or equivalent industry experience
- Demonstrated experience in large scale distributed projects
- Strong background in public cloud (AWS, GCP, Azure) with expertise in security, infrastructure provisioning, and containerization
- Advanced Java programming skills
- Solid knowledge of Linux environments, networking, virtual machines, and container technologies
- Experience with the full software development lifecycle including operations and monitoring
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Passion for coaching and developing team members
- Experience in Go, Python, and Typescript is a plus
Cloudera Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cloudera and has not been reviewed or approved by Cloudera.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unplugged Days provide recurring company‑wide extra days off in addition to generous PTO and holidays, creating predictable recharge time. Time away is a prominent part of the package and is consistently emphasized alongside regular leave options.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage is paired with life and disability insurance, an EAP, and wellness programming. Added lifestyle support includes gym reimbursement in the U.S. and health checkups in some locations.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — The company emphasizes equitable compensation and maintains a Fair Pay Workplace certification. Pay is described as competitive for many technical and go‑to‑market roles, aligning with this stance.
Cloudera Insights
What We Do
At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry. Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.
Why Work With Us
Impact at Scale: The infrastructure we build solves massive problems for top global banks, telecommunications giants, and healthcare providers. Cutting-Edge Tech: Work directly at the intersection of Open Source, Machine Learning, and Generative AI. Unmatched Flexibility: Enjoy a remote-friendly, hybrid culture that respects your time—including






