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Systems Engineer

Cloudflare runs one of the world's largest networks that powers millions of websites and Internet properties, providing protection and acceleration without hardware or software installation.
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Job Description

Cloudflare's Emerging Technology and Incubation (ETI) team is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their innovative force in shaping the future of the Internet. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on groundbreaking products like 1.1.1.1, Cloudflare WARP, and Workers AI. As part of ETI, you'll collaborate with passionate engineers, product managers, and researchers in an environment that encourages boldness and innovation.

The position combines technical expertise with business acumen, requiring someone who can navigate between big-picture goals and technical details. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies, contributing to products that impact millions of internet users daily. The role demands proficiency in systems engineering and modern programming languages like Rust, Go, or JavaScript/TypeScript.

Cloudflare stands out for its commitment to building a better Internet while maintaining strong ethical principles. The company's initiatives like Project Galileo, which protects journalism and civil society organizations, and the Athenian Project, supporting election security, demonstrate its dedication to social responsibility. The company's culture emphasizes diversity, inclusiveness, and continuous learning, making it an ideal environment for engineers who want to make a meaningful impact while growing professionally.

The role offers the opportunity to work with a global team in a hybrid setting based in Lisbon, Portugal. You'll be at the forefront of developing solutions that combine security, performance, and innovation, while contributing to Cloudflare's mission of helping build a better Internet. The position requires both technical excellence and the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, iterative engineering environment.

Last updated a month ago

Responsibilities For Systems Engineer

  • Build innovative products for security and speed
  • Shape product features based on technical possibilities
  • Help achieve company's ambitious engineering goals
  • Work with emerging technologies and incubation team
  • Contribute to building high-performance distributed systems
  • Participate in Innovation Weeks at Cloudflare

Requirements For Systems Engineer

Rust
Go
JavaScript
TypeScript
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • Experience in Rust, Go, or JavaScript/TypeScript for backend tasks
  • Solid understanding of systems engineering principles
  • Experience with version control systems like Git
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Operational mindset - owning code in production

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