Staff Software Engineer

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Staff Software Engineer in United Kingdom.

In this role, you will act as a key technical leader shaping the architecture and evolution of a cutting-edge platform at the intersection of AI and developer tooling. You will work on complex, distributed systems designed to scale across cloud and hybrid environments, contributing directly to the future of software development workflows. This position combines deep hands-on engineering with strategic decision-making, allowing you to influence system design, performance, and long-term maintainability. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to simplify complexity and deliver impactful features. It’s an opportunity to operate in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment where ownership, technical excellence, and real-world impact are central.

• Drive technical direction and architectural decisions for large-scale, distributed systems
• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable code across multiple languages and environments
• Lead system design discussions, architecture reviews, and technical strategy for key initiatives
• Collaborate with product, design, and research teams to build impactful developer-facing features
• Ensure best practices in code quality, testing, observability, and security are consistently applied
• Evaluate trade-offs between scalability, performance, and complexity to deliver maintainable solutions
• Mentor and guide engineers, fostering technical growth and raising team standards
• Contribute to improving engineering culture, workflows, and development processes

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, including work on large-scale, production-grade systems
• Strong expertise in at least one language (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Rust, Java/Kotlin) and proficiency in multiple languages
• Proven experience designing and scaling distributed systems with a focus on reliability and performance
• Solid background in cloud architecture (AWS, Google Cloud, or similar environments)
• Demonstrated ability to simplify complex systems and reduce technical debt effectively
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and security best practices across the SDLC
• Strong understanding of observability, monitoring, and system performance optimization
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and emerging trends in the AI ecosystem
• Experience with real-time or collaborative systems (e.g., CRDTs) is a plus
• Curiosity, critical thinking, and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package, including equity opportunities
• Flexible, remote-first work environment with global collaboration
• High level of ownership and direct impact on product and technology direction
• Opportunity to work with a highly skilled and innovative engineering team
• Continuous learning and professional growth in a fast-evolving technical landscape
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
• Access to modern tools and infrastructure to support high-quality development