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Senior Principal Software Engineer, Networking
Docker, Inc. Define and drive the overarching technical vision for scalability, performance, and security .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in defining technical vision, leading engineering teams, and implementing scalable, secure systems. Proficient in cloud platforms, modern development frameworks, and best practices for performance optimization and security compliance.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Technical LeadershipCloud Platform ProficiencyLarge-Scale System DesignSecurity Best PracticesSoftware Engineering Experience
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Hard Skills
Software EngineeringDistributed Systems DesignProgramming Languages ProficiencyInfrastructure as CodeCI/CD PipelinesPerformance OptimizationLoad BalancingCapacity PlanningArchitectural RoadmapsFault-Tolerant Systems Design
Soft Skills
CoachingMentoringCommunication SkillsCollaborationKnowledge Sharing
Tools & Technologies
AWSAzureGCPModern Development FrameworksAutomation Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceEngineering Degree
Industry Keywords
SDLCAI EngineeringCompliance StandardsData ProtectionSecure Coding Practices
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsGoogle Cloud PlatformSDLC
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Define and drive the overarching technical vision for scalability, performance, and security
- Evaluate and select tools, frameworks, and architectures
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to the engineering organization
- Coach and mentor engineers
- Investigate emerging technologies, frameworks, and best practices
- Lead prototyping initiatives and proof-of-concepts
- Ensure high platform performance and scalability
- Oversee performance optimization, load balancing, and capacity planning
- Design fault-tolerant, highly available systems
- Implement Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and automation best practices
- Refine deployment, testing, and operations processes
- Collaborate with security experts on platform integrity, compliance, and data protection
- Address security vulnerabilities and champion secure coding practices
- Work with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to align technical initiatives with business objectives
- Tackle complex architectural and technical issues and serve as an escalation point
- Uphold coding standards through code reviews
- Establish best practices for testing, documentation, and version control
- Produce technical documentation, architectural diagrams, design guidelines, and operational runbooks
- Promote knowledge sharing across the organization
Requirements
What you’ll need- 12+ years of software engineering experience with demonstrated expertise across multiple domains (SDLC, AI engineering, corporate systems, etc.)
- Extensive experience designing and implementing large-scale, distributed systems
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages
- Proficiency with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Proficiency with modern development frameworks
- Demonstrated ability to lead diverse engineering teams and drive successful outcomes
- Proven ability to define and drive architectural roadmaps aligned with evolving business needs
- Expertise diagnosing complex system issues and designing robust, scalable solutions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Solid understanding of security best practices, compliance standards, and data protection
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Visa sponsorship considered case by case based on business needs
Benefits
Comp & perks- Equity for all full-time employees
- Remote-first work from home
- Flexible scheduling
- Generous PTO
- Designated quarterly Whaleness Days
- Designated 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
- Medical benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid holidays
- Docker swag