Staff Software Engineer – Engineering Systems Continuous Integration Team at Snowflake

Role Overview

As a Staff Software Engineer in the Continuous Integration team within Engineering Systems (ES) at Snowflake, you will be a pivotal player in building a world-class developer platform that powers the Snowflake Data Cloud. This role offers the opportunity to shape the technical direction of the CI service, ensuring it is elastic, large-scale, and highly performant. You will collaborate with industry experts in distributed systems and cross-cloud development to evolve our developer infrastructure and tooling. Your focus will be on accelerating the delivery of high-quality software to production, contributing directly to Snowflake's mission of becoming the premier Data Cloud.

Day in the Life

On a typical day, you might:

• Design and implement new features for the Continuous Integration system.
• Collaborate with product managers to refine the team's roadmap and prioritize tasks.
• Work with other engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues in the CI pipeline.
• Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical challenges.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and maintainability.
• Research and evaluate new technologies to improve the CI system's performance and scalability.
• Author technical documentation for new features and system architecture.
• Participate in planning meetings to align the team's goals with the broader company strategy.
• Analyze CI system performance metrics and identify areas for optimization.
• Develop and maintain monitoring and alerting systems to ensure the reliability of the CI service.

Why Bellevue, WA?

Bellevue, Washington, offers a vibrant and thriving tech scene, making it an ideal location for a Staff Software Engineer. Situated just across Lake Washington from Seattle, Bellevue provides access to a wealth of opportunities and resources. The city boasts a high quality of life with excellent schools, numerous parks, and a wide range of cultural and recreational activities. Bellevue's proximity to the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound offers outdoor enthusiasts ample opportunities for hiking, skiing, and boating. The city also has a diverse and growing economy, with a strong presence of technology companies, making it an attractive place to live and work.

Career Path

The Staff Software Engineer role at Snowflake offers a clear career path for growth and advancement. You can progress along a technical track, becoming a Principal Engineer or Architect, where you will focus on solving complex technical challenges and providing technical leadership across the organization. Alternatively, you can move into a management role, leading a team of engineers and guiding the direction of the CI service. Snowflake's commitment to employee development provides ample opportunities for training, mentorship, and skill-building to support your career goals.

Salary & Benefits

While the exact salary is not explicitly disclosed in the job posting, a Staff Software Engineer in Bellevue, WA, can expect a competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills. The salary range can be expected to be between $140,000 to $250,000 annually. Snowflake offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
• Retirement savings plan (401k) with company match
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Generous parental leave policies
• Flexible work arrangements

Innovation Culture

Snowflake fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and impact. The company is committed to empowering employees to challenge ordinary thinking and push the pace of innovation. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and contribute to the development of groundbreaking solutions. Snowflake encourages employees to share their ideas and collaborate across teams, creating a dynamic and stimulating work environment.

How to Apply

To apply for the Staff Software Engineer – Engineering Systems Continuous Integration Team position at Snowflake, visit the Snowflake Careers site at careers.snowflake.com. Create an account, search for the job posting, and follow the instructions to submit your application. Be sure to highlight your relevant skills and experience in your resume and cover letter.

FAQ

1. What is the Snowflake Data Cloud? The Snowflake Data Cloud is a global network where thousands of organizations unlock the value of their data.
2. What are the key responsibilities of a Staff Software Engineer in the CI team? Designing, developing, and maintaining the Continuous Integration service, collaborating with product managers, and mentoring junior engineers.
3. What skills are essential for this role? Strong experience with Java, C++, Python, or Go, distributed systems, data structures, algorithms, and cloud computing.
4. What is the career path for this role? You can progress along a technical track to Principal Engineer or Architect, or move into a management role.
5. What is the work environment like at Snowflake? Snowflake fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and impact.
6. What benefits does Snowflake offer? Comprehensive health insurance, PTO, ESPP, 401k, and more.
7. Where is the job located? Bellevue, WA.
8. What is the interview process like? The interview process typically involves multiple rounds of technical interviews and a behavioral interview.
9. How can I prepare for the interview? Review your knowledge of distributed systems, data structures, algorithms, and cloud computing. Be prepared to discuss your experience with Continuous Integration and related tools.
10. What is Snowflake's approach to data security? Every Snowflake employee is expected to follow the company’s confidentiality and security standards for handling sensitive data.