Staff Software Engineer - Confluent (Remote, Poland)

Role Overview

Confluent is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Staff Software Engineer to join our team and help us build the next-generation network data plane for Confluent Cloud. In this role, you will be a technical leader, driving cross-team initiatives to deliver highly scalable, cost-efficient, and reliable networking solutions. You'll blend software development expertise with hands-on operational excellence to ensure our systems meet the demands of our growing customer base.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, and operationalization of high-performance systems for our network data plane platform. You will leverage cloud providers to deliver impactful business solutions and troubleshoot complex technical stacks across AWS, Azure, and GCP. This is a critical role with significant potential to impact Confluent's growth.

Day in the Life

Here's a glimpse into what a typical day might look like for a Staff Software Engineer at Confluent:

• Morning: Start your day by reviewing system performance metrics and addressing any alerts or incidents. Participate in a stand-up meeting with your team to discuss progress, roadblocks, and priorities.
• Mid-day: Dive into coding, designing, or architecting new features for the network data plane. Collaborate with other engineers, product managers, and security experts to ensure alignment and integration.
• Afternoon: Participate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and research new technologies and approaches. Attend meetings to discuss project progress, plan future work, and address any challenges.
• Evening: Monitor system performance, respond to any urgent issues, and prepare for the next day's activities.

Why Remote, Poland?

Confluent embraces remote work, allowing talented individuals to contribute from anywhere in the world. Poland offers a strong pool of skilled software engineers and a vibrant tech community. This remote position provides the flexibility to work from the comfort of your home while collaborating with a global team.

Career Path

At Confluent, we invest in our employees' growth and development. As a Staff Software Engineer, you can advance your career through various paths, including:

• Principal Engineer: Focus on technical leadership and strategic direction, guiding the team on complex projects and technologies.
• Architect: Drive the overall architecture and design of the network data plane, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Engineering Manager: Lead and manage a team of engineers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support.

Salary & Benefits

Confluent offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and equity
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off policy
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Professional development budget
• Commuter benefits
• Wellness programs
• Company-sponsored events and activities
• Flexible work arrangements

The estimated salary range for this position in Poland is $160,000 - $240,000 USD per year. (Note: This is an estimated range and actual compensation may vary based on experience and qualifications.)

Confluent Culture

Confluent is a company built on collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. We foster a culture where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. We value diversity, inclusion, and a growth mindset. We believe in empowering our employees to make a difference and challenge the status quo.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate and driven software engineer with a strong background in distributed systems, cloud networking, and operational excellence, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.

FAQ

1. What is Confluent Cloud? Confluent Cloud is a fully managed, cloud-native data streaming platform built on Apache Kafka.
2. What is the network data plane? The network data plane is the infrastructure that handles all network traffic within Confluent Cloud, including traffic between customers and internal services.
3. What technologies do you use? We use a variety of technologies, including C++, Go, Python, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, and GCP.
4. What is the interview process like? The interview process typically involves a phone screening, technical interviews, and a final interview with the hiring manager.
5. What are the working hours? We offer flexible working arrangements, but core working hours are typically based on Central European Time (CET).
6. What is the team structure? The Traffic team is a cross-functional team comprised of software engineers, network engineers, and operations engineers.
7. What is the company's growth potential? Confluent is a rapidly growing company with significant potential for future growth.
8. What opportunities are there for professional development? We offer a professional development budget and encourage employees to attend conferences, workshops, and training courses.
9. What is the company's policy on remote work? We are a remote-first company and support employees working from anywhere in the world.
10. What is the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion? We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued.