Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure

Astronomer, the company behind the industry-leading Astro DataOps platform powered by Apache Airflow®, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for their Infrastructure team. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of distributed systems, cloud-native infrastructure, and data platform tooling.

As a Technical Lead/Staff Software Engineer, you'll be instrumental in shaping the technical direction of core software initiatives. The position involves leading critical architectural efforts, ensuring high-quality software delivery, and working with cutting-edge technologies including Kubernetes, cloud platforms, and modern development tools. You'll be responsible for driving technical strategy, mentoring team members, and contributing hands-on to core platform components using technologies like Nodejs, Golang, Python, and Terraform.

The role offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $200,000 to $230,000, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. Working in a hybrid environment from New York City, you'll join a company that values diverse experiences and unconventional career paths. Astronomer serves over 700 leading enterprises, providing an environment where you can make significant impact on how businesses leverage their data.

This position is ideal for someone who excels in solving complex infrastructure challenges, has strong leadership capabilities, and is passionate about building scalable, reliable systems. You'll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while having the opportunity to influence product direction through direct customer interaction. The role combines technical excellence with leadership responsibilities, making it perfect for engineers looking to advance their careers while remaining hands-on with technology.