unstructured.io
We get your data LLM-ready. #ETLforLLMs
Staff Software Engineer
Location
California + 3 moreAll locations: California, New Jersey, Michigan, Washington
Posted
45 days ago
Salary
Not specified
7 yrs expEnglishAWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetes
Job Description
• Architect the Future
• Own the technical vision for some of the most complex and high-impact systems we build.
• Drive long-term architectural strategy that enables scale, performance, and simplicity.
• Be a Builder and a Multiplier
• Write production-ready code and lead projects that move the needle, while also mentoring engineers across the org.
• Set the standard for clean design, thoughtful abstractions, and scalable patterns.
• Tackle High-Stakes Problems
• Solve deep technical challenges that others shy away from, think orchestration at scale, data flow optimization, and AI-first infrastructure.
• Lead Cross-Org Initiatives
• Align engineering, product, and go-to-market teams around a shared technical roadmap.
• Unblock teams, resolve architectural escalations, and help guide us through “one-way door” decisions.
Job Requirements
- 7 to 10+ years of experience shipping production systems in high-growth, high-scale environments.
- Deep technical experience in cloud-native systems (AWS/GCP/Azure), and distributed architectures.
- Strong understanding of cloud security fundamentals (IAM, least privilege, secrets management, data protection) in modern distributed systems.
- Proven track record of leading major technical initiatives, mentoring engineers, and shaping team culture.
- Passion for performance, reliability, and elegant design.
- Strong communication and leadership presence, you make others better.
- Bonus Points: Experience in AI/ML systems, unstructured data, or real-time pipelines.
- Bonus Points: Expertise in Kubernetes, IaC, or scaling SaaS infrastructure.
- Bonus Points: Startup DNA - you thrive in fast-moving environments and love turning ambiguity into action.
Benefits
- Real Impact: You’ll be at the center of some of the most exciting work happening in AI today.
- Big Challenges: You won’t be bored. Our technical problems are meaty, meaningful, and novel
- Elite Team: Join a crew of sharp, low-ego builders obsessed with quality and execution.
- Fast Growth: We’re scaling fast. This is your chance to build foundational tech and shape a company’s future.
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