Software Engineer II - Platform Infrastructure (Orchestration) @Elastic

Overview

The role of Software Engineer II - Platform Infrastructure (Orchestration) at Elastic involves building and operating the Elastic Cloud Platform's services, enabling other engineers to develop and deploy software efficiently in a distributed environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build features and components for production services.
• Take ownership of well-scoped pieces of larger projects, from requirements through production.
• Propose technical solutions and develop working code.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on complex problems and engage in code reviews.
• Help operate the services owned by the team and participate in the on-call rotation.
• Automate repetitive tasks through coding.
• Maintain clear communication regarding status and blockers.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience writing services in Go, or proficiency in another systems language with a willingness to learn Go.
• Understanding of Kubernetes fundamentals (Pods, Deployments, Services, Operators).
• Familiarity with a major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Curiosity about distributed systems' communication.
• Comfort with ambiguity and support from experienced engineers.
• A collaborative approach and effective communication skills in a distributed environment.
• Attention to the quality of work delivered, including testing and observability.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on role responsibilities.
• Health coverage for employees and their families.
• Flexible work schedule and location.
• Generous vacation days.
• Financial donation matching up to $2000.
• 40 hours per year for volunteer projects.
• Minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave.

Location

Remote work based in Portugal.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit the Elastic careers page and submit your application.

Deadline

Not specified.