
Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Foundation
SiriusXM · Washington, DC
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $165,000 / year
- Washington, DC
Job highlights
- Build and manage foundational cloud infrastructure using IaC.
- Enhance AWS environments and optimize infrastructure costs.
- Improve transparency and support other technical teams.
- Collaborate with Networking, Security, and Development.
- Requires 5+ years in cloud infrastructure and AWS experience.
About the role
About SiriusXM
SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connect) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be effortlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are. This is the place where a diverse group of emerging talent and legends alike come to share authentic and purposeful songs, stories, sounds and insights through some of the best programming and technology in the world. Our critically acclaimed, industry-leading audio entertainment encompasses music, sports, comedy, news, talk, live events, and podcasting. No matter their individual role, each of our employees plays a vital part in bringing SiriusXM’s vision to life every day. SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, and the premier programmer and platform for subscription and digital advertising-supported audio products. SiriusXM's platforms collectively reach approximately 150 million listeners, the largest digital audio audience across paid and free tiers in North America, and deliver music, sports, talk, news, comedy, entertainment and podcasts. Pandora, a subsidiary of SiriusXM, is the largest ad-supported audio entertainment streaming service in the U.S. SiriusXM's subsidiaries Simplecast and AdsWizz make it a leader in podcast hosting, production, distribution, analytics and monetization. The Company’s advertising sales organization, which operates as SiriusXM Media, leverages its scale, cross-platform sales organization and ad tech capabilities to deliver results for audio creators and advertisers. SiriusXM, through SiriusXM Canada Holdings, Inc., also offers satellite radio and audio entertainment in Canada. In addition to its audio entertainment businesses, SiriusXM offers connected vehicle services to automakers.How You’ll Make An Impact
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Cloud Foundation team, you will join a team that is enabling SiriusXM to take advantage of the power and capabilities of cloud infrastructure in a way that is stable, properly managed, secure, and cost-effective.What You’ll Do
- Build and Manage Foundational Cloud Infrastructure: The Cloud Foundation team uses Infrastructure as Code to implement standards around core areas of the cloud environment such as networking, identity management, and security. These standards must be constantly evaluated and updated to account for changes in business priorities, company policies, and new/updated services from the cloud providers themselves.
- Improve Transparency: Help other teams outside of Cloud Foundation understand how the Cloud platform works, what its limitations are, and what guidelines were used to design it. Learn how other organizations within SiriusXM get work done and help figure out how the Cloud platform can evolve to better support them.
- AWS Expertise: Leverage and enhance Amazon Cloud environments to support current and future infrastructure needs, staying informed on new services and practices.
- Optimize Infrastructure Costs: Drive initiatives to optimize infrastructure for cost-effectiveness without compromising performance or security.
- Collaborate with other technical groups: Work closely with counterparts in the technical organization such as Networking, Security, Development, and others in Platform Engineering to ensure that we stay aligned towards the overall goals of the business and adhere to company policies.
What You’ll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years in Cloud Infrastructure, Platform Engineering Development, DevOps, or Site Reliability Engineering roles.
- 2+ years of experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, ELB, VPC, IAM) or equivalent cloud environments, with a strong understanding of AWS best practices.
- 2+ years of experience running Linux-based systems, with advanced knowledge of Linux operating systems.
- Programming: Proficiency in Typescript, Python, Bash, or other common languages used for automation and infrastructure management.
- Infrastructure Automation: Expertise with tools like CloudFormation (CDK) or Terraform to deploy and manage infrastructure at scale.
- Version Control: Proficiency in Git and experience with platforms like GitLab or GitHub for collaborative code management.
- Curiosity and Initiative: You’re curious, unafraid to ask “why,” and proactive in exploring solutions and innovative ideas.
- High Availability Mindset: You prioritize resilience and reliability in everything you design and deploy.
- Must have legal right to work in the U.S.
Compensation and Benefits
At SiriusXM, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We expect the base salary for this position to be in the range of $105,800 to $165,000 and will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.Equal Opportunity Employer
Our goal at SiriusXM is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. SiriusXM is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice. R-2026-03-36Key skills/competency
- Senior Software Engineer
- Cloud Foundation
- AWS
- Infrastructure as Code
- Terraform
- CloudFormation
- CI/CD
- Linux
- Python
- DevOps
Skills & topics
- Senior Software Engineer
- Cloud Foundation
- AWS
- Infrastructure as Code
- Terraform
- CloudFormation
- DevOps
- Site Reliability Engineering
- Linux
- Python
- Typescript
- Bash
- GitLab
- GitHub
- CI/CD
- Platform Engineering
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, or SRE, emphasizing AWS services and IaC tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
- Showcase automation skills: Demonstrate proficiency in Python, Typescript, or Bash for automation and provide examples of managing infrastructure with Git and platforms like GitLab or GitHub.
- Emphasize cloud expertise: Clearly state your 2+ years of hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, ELB, VPC, IAM) and your understanding of best practices.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with Linux systems, IaC principles, and your approach to cost optimization and high availability.
- Understand company values: Research SiriusXM's mission and values to align your answers with their focus on innovation, collaboration, and customer experience.
Technical preparation
Master AWS services: EC2, S3, ELB, VPC, IAM.,Become expert in IaC tools: Terraform, CloudFormation.,Practice Python, Typescript, or Bash scripting.,Deepen Linux OS knowledge and system administration.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you improved cloud infrastructure.,How do you handle conflicting technical priorities?,Share an example of proactive problem-solving.,Explain how you ensure system reliability.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the base salary range for a Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Foundation at SiriusXM?
- The expected base salary range for this Senior Software Engineer position at SiriusXM is between $105,800 and $165,000 annually. This range can vary based on your specific skills, qualifications, and overall experience. Additionally, the role may be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives.
- What specific AWS services are most important for this Senior Software Engineer role at SiriusXM?
- For this Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Foundation role at SiriusXM, strong experience with core AWS services is crucial. This includes services like EC2 for compute, S3 for storage, ELB for load balancing, VPC for networking, and IAM for identity and access management. A deep understanding of AWS best practices is also highly valued.
- What programming languages are preferred for the Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Foundation position at SiriusXM?
- SiriusXM is looking for a Senior Software Engineer with proficiency in languages commonly used for automation and infrastructure management. This includes Typescript, Python, and Bash. Experience with these languages will be essential for deploying and managing cloud infrastructure effectively.
- Does SiriusXM offer remote work options for the Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Foundation role?
- The job description does not explicitly state whether the Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Foundation role is remote, hybrid, or on-site. However, it mentions the requirement to have legal right to work in the U.S., which might suggest a need for on-site presence or specific regional work authorization. It's best to clarify this during the application process.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Senior Software Engineer on the Cloud Foundation team at SiriusXM?
- As a Senior Software Engineer on the Cloud Foundation team at SiriusXM, your key responsibilities will include building and managing foundational cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code, enhancing AWS environments, optimizing infrastructure costs, and improving transparency for other technical teams. You'll also collaborate closely with Networking, Security, and Development teams.
- What level of experience is required for the Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Foundation role at SiriusXM?
- SiriusXM requires candidates for the Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Foundation role to have at least 5 years of experience in Cloud Infrastructure, Platform Engineering Development, DevOps, or Site Reliability Engineering. Additionally, a minimum of 2 years of experience with AWS services and 2 years of experience running Linux-based systems is necessary.
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