Senior Principal Engineer, Docker, Ecosystem

Docker, Inc

. Lead multi-year technical vision for build security and supply chain across Docker Desktop, Hub, Hardened Images, Verified Publishing, and monetization platforms .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • United StatesSenior💰 $219,000 - $352,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in build security, software supply chain security, and SDLC tooling, with a strong focus on architecting secure systems and integrating security capabilities across the software development lifecycle. Proven ability to lead cross-company technical initiatives and mentor engineering leaders while aligning technical strategies with business objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Build Security ExpertiseSoftware Supply Chain SecurityArchitectural Experience in CI/CD SecurityAPI Design and Service ArchitectureExperience with AWS, GCP, Azure

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Hard Skills

Build Process Threat ModelsArtifact Signing and VerificationSBOM GenerationDependency AnalysisVulnerability IntelligencePolicy Enforcement ModelsLarge-Scale Distributed SystemsTechnical Roadmap DevelopmentSecurity Standards KnowledgeSaaS Business Models

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsMentoring and LeadershipInfluencing Technical DirectionCross-Company CollaborationExecutive Presentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

DockerCI/CD PipelinesSecurity Tooling IntegrationCloud InfrastructureModern Infrastructure

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceISO 27001 KnowledgeSOC 2 Knowledge

Industry Keywords

Enterprise SecurityCompliance RequirementsSecurity ArchitectureTechnical StrategyCommercial Impact of Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureDistributed SystemsDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead multi-year technical vision for build security and supply chain across Docker Desktop, Hub, Hardened Images, Verified Publishing, and monetization platforms
Define and sequence trusted-by-default architecture for 20M developers
Partner with the SVP of Engineering to convert commercial strategy into technical roadmaps
Establish company-wide architectural principles and security standards
Identify platform investments that enhance security across Docker products
Architect systems to detect and prevent build-process threats
Design provenance and attestation infrastructure for verifiable build history
Define artifact signing, verification, and policy enforcement across local workflows and CI/CD pipelines
Architect SBOM generation, dependency analysis, and vulnerability intelligence
Integrate security capabilities across the software development lifecycle
Design interfaces and contracts integrating Docker tooling with customer pipelines, registries, and platforms
Define the developer experience for security tooling
Architect policy and enforcement models for enterprise security and compliance
Drive convergence of security capabilities across Docker products
Work with engineering leaders to drive strategy and execution
Mentor Staff and Principal engineers
Represent Docker's security architecture through blog posts, conference talks, standards bodies, and community engagement
Participate in executive-level discussions
Participate in on-call rotation, respond to incidents, debug production issues, and improve system reliability

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of software engineering experience specializing in build security, software supply chain security, or SDLC tooling
Deep understanding of build process threat models and mitigations
Architectural experience in artifact signing, attestations, SBOMs, dependency security, CI/CD security, base image trust, or vulnerability intelligence
Practical knowledge of supply chain security frameworks and standards
Expertise in API design, service architecture, and scalable system integration
Proven record delivering large-scale distributed systems for millions of users and enterprise customers
Experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, and modern infrastructure
Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
Proven track record creating strategic technical plans enabling revenue, expansion, or enterprise deals
Experience converting business strategy into technical architectures and roadmaps
Understanding of SaaS business models, enterprise sales, and security's commercial impact
Experience leading build-vs-buy decisions for core platform components
Ability to lead large, cross-company technical initiatives across multiple engineering teams
Experience partnering with VPs and executives to define and execute technical strategy
Proven ability to influence technical direction and build consensus without direct authority
Strong communication skills for executive presentations and organization-wide alignment
Experience mentoring senior engineers and developing technical leaders
Experience building products for enterprise customers with complex security and compliance requirements
Knowledge of SOC 2 and ISO 27001 and their architectural implications
Understanding of how enterprise security teams evaluate, procure, and operate tooling
Docker considers visa sponsorship on a case-by-case basis based on business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote-first work from home
Flexible schedule
Generous PTO
Quarterly Whaleness Days
End-of-year Whaleness break
Home office support
Technology stipend equivalent to US$100 net per month
Annual learning and development stipend for conferences, courses, certifications, and continued learning
16 weeks of paid parental leave after six months of employment
Equity for all full-time employees
Medical benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid holidays
Docker swag