Software Engineer - Container Platform

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We’re hiring talented Software Engineers for our Container Platform team that are passionate about using software-based approaches to solve complex infrastructure challenges and automate those solutions.  You’ll be part of the Platform Infrastructure Engineering organization where we have a strong focus on using engineering and software practices to build a scalable, reliable and secure platform for Snowflake’s services. You’ll build a deep understanding of Snowflakes services and use that knowledge, coupled with your infrastructure and cloud knowledge, to optimize and evolve our infrastructure reliability, availability, serviceability, and price/performance. 

We are searching for highly technical individuals who possess strong software development fundamentals and skills, and have experience with infrastructure-as-code, using tools like Pulumi, Terraform, and Ansible. The ideal candidate will be a skilled troubleshooter with strong systems knowledge, and will be able to collaborate effectively with a team of bright, highly capable engineers.

As a Software Engineer, Container Platform - Platform Infrastructure Engineering at Snowflake, you will:

• Contribute to the team charter to build and operate highly scalable and resilient, scalable,  and performant infrastructure.

• Research and implement solutions to build a highly reliable and scalable Kubernetes platform.

• Contribute towards driving adoption of the container platform to meet business goals.

• Participate in on-call rotation and ensure uptime of services
  

Our ideal Software Engineer - Container Platform, Platform Infrastructure Engineering at Snowflake, will have: 

• BS/CS, MS/CS or equivalent.

• At least 3+ years experience in a platform or Cloud team building and supporting mission critical services and infrastructure in a SaaS environment.

• Strong software engineering fundamentals, coding skills, and knowledge of SDLC best  practices.

• At least 2+ years in cloud computing (AWS, Azure or GCP).

• Fluent in one or more languages (Golang, Java, Python, C).

• Expertise in at least one of the following areas: Kubernetes, networking, edge computing, config management, infrastructure as code solutions such as Pulumi and Terraform.

• Tremendous attention to details and ability to build reliable and scalable software 

  systems.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.

• A strong work ethic, ability to drive project success, as well as a passion for problem solving.

Snowflake is growing fast, and we’re scaling our team to help enable and accelerate our growth. We are looking for people who share our values, challenge ordinary thinking, and push the pace of innovation while building a future for themselves and Snowflake.

How do you want to make your impact?

For jobs located in the United States, please visit the job posting on the Snowflake Careers Site for salary and benefits information: careers.snowflake.com

The following represents the expected range of compensation for this role:

• The estimated base salary range for this role is $157,000 - $230,000.
• Additionally, this role is eligible to participate in Snowflake’s bonus and equity plan.

The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending & health savings account; at least 12 paid holidays; paid time off; parental leave; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.