Sr. Software Engineer, Platform Networking (Python/Go, Kubernetes)

WP Engine, a leading WordPress platform provider serving 1.5 million customers globally, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Platform Networking team. This role combines DevOps and software engineering expertise, focusing on building and maintaining the infrastructure that powers over a million websites.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies including Kubernetes, Python, Go, and multiple cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure). You'll be part of a team that builds automated, scalable services and systems, developing custom Kubernetes controllers and cloud functions to manage infrastructure at scale.

The role requires strong technical expertise in cloud infrastructure, containerization, and programming, with at least 4 years of software engineering experience. You'll work in an agile environment, collaborating with product management and other teams to deliver customer value through technological innovation.

Key responsibilities include building automated services, maintaining CI/CD pipelines, working with monitoring systems, and participating in on-call rotations. The ideal candidate should have deep understanding of infrastructure, scaling, high availability, and cloud networking.

WP Engine offers competitive compensation ($128,000-$192,000) and comprehensive benefits including stock options, health coverage, 401(k) matching, and professional development opportunities. The company promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace, with flexible work arrangements available across multiple locations.

This role is perfect for engineers passionate about infrastructure automation, cloud technologies, and building resilient systems at scale. You'll have the opportunity to impact millions of websites while working with a team that values continuous learning and innovation.