Systems Engineer, Admin Tooling

As a Systems Engineer at Cloudflare, you'll focus on building and maintaining internal tooling for our large-scale Enterprise customers. This role involves collaborating closely with product owners and other engineers to design scalable frameworks that improve developer productivity. You'll also be integral in ensuring the quality of code and enhancing both the customer experience and developer experience.

To apply for the Systems Engineer position at Cloudflare, candidates should have over 5 years of experience in building large-scale applications. A deep understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript is essential, along with expertise in at least one modern programming language like Go or Rust. Experience in designing large-scale distributed systems is also a key requirement.

At Cloudflare, Systems Engineers work with a variety of advanced technologies, including React, JavaScript, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Kubernetes, and Docker. Additionally, knowledge of observability tools like Prometheus and Grafana can be beneficial but is not strictly required for this role.

The work environment for a Systems Engineer at Cloudflare is hybrid, allowing for a flexible balance between remote work and in-office collaboration in Austin, TX. You’ll be part of a dynamic engineering team that values diversity and innovation, fostering a supportive atmosphere where you can grow your skills and contribute meaningfully to the team's success.

Cloudflare is committed to the professional growth of its Systems Engineers. We provide diverse learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and a culture of continuous development. This support not only helps you advance in your technical capabilities but also enriches your understanding of the product and its impact, aligning with our mission to build a better Internet.

When discussing a large-scale application you've worked on, focus on the design challenges you faced, the technologies you used, and how you ensured scalability and performance. Highlight your specific contributions and the impact of your work on user experience or performance metrics.

Discuss your strategies for ensuring code quality, such as code reviews, automated testing, and collaboration with QA teams. Mention any specific tools or methodologies you've used to maintain high standards in your work.

Articulate your proficiency with various programming languages, explaining why you prefer certain languages for specific tasks. Demonstrate your understanding of language capabilities and performance in the context of large-scale systems.

Share your organizational strategies for task management, perhaps by describing a specific method like Agile or Kanban. Emphasize your ability to adapt and prioritize based on project deadlines and stakeholder needs.

Detail your experience with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration systems like Kubernetes. Explain how you've used these technologies to enhance deployment efficiency and manage distributed systems.

Discuss your approaches to creating user-friendly tools that aid developers, including gathering feedback from users, implementing intuitive designs, and reducing friction in development processes. Highlight any specific examples of improvements you've made based on feedback.

Provide a clear example of a challenging issue you addressed, focusing on the thought process and technologies involved in devising a solution. Highlight the outcomes and what you learned from the experience.

Share your methods for keeping current with technology, such as following industry blogs, attending conferences, or participating in professional networks. Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning and adapting to emerging technologies.

Discuss the importance of observability in monitoring application performance, identifying bottlenecks, and improving reliability. You can mention specific tools you’ve used and how they have influenced your approach to system design.

Express your enthusiasm for Cloudflare’s mission and culture, emphasizing how the role aligns with your professional values and career goals. Reflect on your interest in contributing to projects that enhance user security and performance on the Internet.