Senior Staff Engineer - job 2 of 3

To qualify for the Senior Staff Engineer role at our company, candidates should possess at least 8 years of experience in backend development, specifically with a strong emphasis on Azure cloud technologies. Familiarity with Node.js is essential, and working knowledge of PostgreSQL, Docker, and REST APIs is also required. It's great to have skills in React and ArgoCD, but a willingness to learn Backstage.io will set you apart!

In the role of Senior Staff Engineer, you'll be tasked with backend development, making critical design decisions, and provisioning cloud infrastructure. You'll collaborate closely with front-end teams to ensure seamless integration and will be responsible for deploying and maintaining pipelines. Your expertise in Azure and Docker will be invaluable as you drive technical excellence in your projects.

Yes! The Senior Staff Engineer position is fully remote, enabling you to work from anywhere in Portugal. We value a flexible work environment that empowers our team members to perform their best, regardless of location. Join us remotely and connect with diverse talents around the globe!

As a Senior Staff Engineer, you will primarily work with Azure cloud technologies, Node.js, PostgreSQL, and Docker. Additionally, you will engage with REST APIs and will be encouraged to learn Backstage.io. Familiarity with modern workflows such as GitHub will also be beneficial in streamlining our development processes.

Absolutely! Our company fosters a culture of continuous learning and personal development. In the Senior Staff Engineer role, you'll have ample opportunities to enhance your existing skills, explore new technologies, and take on leadership responsibilities. Your growth would not only benefit you but also the wider team as we strive to innovate together.

Discuss specific projects where you've utilized Azure, detailing the architecture, services used, and the impact of your contributions. Emphasizing your hands-on experience with Azure K8s and storage accounts can showcase your expertise effectively.

Outline your collaborative approach in backend development, emphasizing techniques for assessing requirements, evaluating trade-offs, and involving stakeholders. Provide examples to illustrate your thought process in design decisions.

Highlight your communication strategies, tools you've used (like GitHub for workflows), and any specific processes that ensure successful collaboration. Examples of past experiences reinforcing your ability to negotiate and cooperate effectively will demonstrate your skills.

Share instances where you've successfully used Docker for developing, deploying, or managing applications. Elaborate on the benefits of containerization in your projects and how it has simplified your deployment processes.

Discuss your experience in setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. Illustrate how you’ve implemented CI/CD methodologies to enhance code quality, reduce lead times, and improve deployment frequency in past projects.

Express your passion for continuous learning and how you stay updated with new technologies. You could describe your strategies for onboarding new tools, such as online courses, documentation, or hands-on projects, which can show your proactive attitude.

Share specific challenges and how you resolved them, focusing on problem-solving skills, teamwork, and adaptability. This can demonstrate your critical thinking and your capability to handle pressures inherent in engineering roles.

Outline your methods for task prioritization, such as using agile methodologies, tracking tools, or frameworks like the Eisenhower matrix. Give examples of how your approach has led to effective time management in previous positions.

Detail a specific project where your technical decisions positively influenced the outcome. Describe the situation, your rationale, and the results, showcasing your ability to weigh options and make sound decisions.

Discuss personal drivers, such as a passion for technology, the desire to innovate, or the satisfaction of solving complex problems. Share how these motivations influence your work and push you to deliver high-quality results.