(USA) Staff, Software Engineer
Ladders · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $214,500 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Lead AI and data-driven tech delivery.
- Design and manage cloud infrastructure.
- Optimize application performance and reliability.
- Automate operations and ensure compliance.
- Influence architecture and drive growth.
About the role
Staff Software Engineer
Our client, a leader in the Retail & Consumer Goods space, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their team. This role will focus on the intersection of data, AI-enabled capabilities, and scalable technology delivery. You will partner with engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within a consumer-facing environment.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable deployments.
- Manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance.
- Automate operational tasks and incident response workflows.
- Collaborate with developers on build, test, and deployment processes.
- Ensure security and compliance with SOX best practices.
- Document processes, runbooks, and architecture decisions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, or related roles.
- Proficiency with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.).
- Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, etc.
- Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, etc.).
- Experience managing cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
- Knowledge of SOX compliance processes and documentation.
Benefits
- Participation in performance bonuses based on annual or quarterly evaluations.
- Opportunities for stock options in addition to base salary.
- Collaboration in a team focused on creating accessible digital experiences.
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.
Key skills/competency
- Staff Software Engineer
- CI/CD
- Cloud Infrastructure
- DevOps
- Site Reliability Engineering
- Containerization
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Python
- Bash
Skills & topics
- Staff Software Engineer
- DevOps
- Site Reliability Engineering
- CI/CD
- Cloud Infrastructure
- AWS
- GCP
- Azure
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Python
- Bash
- SOX Compliance
- Remote
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 8+ years in DevOps/SRE, CI/CD proficiency, and cloud experience.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize your experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Python, Bash, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
- Demonstrate SOX compliance knowledge: Detail your experience with security best practices and documentation.
- Address remote work requirements: Confirm you are US-based and understand the no visa sponsorship policy.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Explain how your unique background aligns with the role and company.
Technical preparation
Master CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions).,Deepen Docker and Kubernetes knowledge.,Practice Python and Bash scripting.,Gain IaC experience (Terraform, CloudFormation).
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex requirement you translated.,How do you handle performance optimization?,Share an incident response workflow example.,Explain your approach to SOX compliance documentation.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Staff Software Engineer at this company?
- The Staff Software Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines, managing cloud infrastructure with IaC tools, monitoring and optimizing application performance, automating operational tasks, collaborating with developers, ensuring SOX compliance, and documenting architecture decisions.
- What qualifications are essential for the Staff Software Engineer role?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, 8+ years of experience in DevOps/SRE, proficiency with CI/CD tools, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), strong scripting in Python/Bash, cloud infrastructure management (AWS, GCP, Azure), and knowledge of SOX compliance.
- Is this Staff Software Engineer position remote?
- Yes, this Staff Software Engineer position is fully remote, but candidates must be based in the US. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
- What is the expected salary range for the Staff Software Engineer role?
- The annual compensation for the Staff Software Engineer role ranges from $143,000 to $286,000.
- What are the benefits offered for the Staff Software Engineer position?
- Benefits include participation in performance bonuses, opportunities for stock options, and collaboration within a team focused on creating accessible digital experiences.
- Does the company sponsor visas for the Staff Software Engineer role?
- No, the company does not offer visa sponsorship for this Staff Software Engineer position. Candidates must be US-based.
- What kind of cloud infrastructure experience is required for the Staff Software Engineer role?
- Experience managing cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure is required for the Staff Software Engineer role. This includes utilizing Infrastructure as Code tools.
- How important is SOX compliance knowledge for this Staff Software Engineer position?
- Knowledge of SOX compliance processes and documentation is important, as the role requires ensuring security and compliance with SOX best practices.