Senior Staff Software Engineer

Fivetran·Remote(Remote, Germany, EMEA)

Software Development

WFA Digital Insight

The remote job market for software engineers is booming, with demand for skilled professionals growing 25% in 2025. Fivetran stands out for its innovative approach to data infrastructure, and this role is a chance to work on critical core services. With the rise of cloud computing and AI, skills like Java, Docker, and Kubernetes are in high demand. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the company's focus on scalability, security, and collaboration. As the industry continues to evolve, professionals with expertise in data movement and processing are poised for significant career growth.

Job Description

About the Role

Fivetran is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Software Engineer to join its core application platform team within the Platform Engineering group. The successful candidate will contribute to the company's vision and drive its 10x growth to 25,000+ customers. This role entails working on the critical core services that power Fivetran's Open Data Infrastructure, designing, implementing, and maintaining the central parts of the platform. The ideal candidate will prioritize quality, efficiency, and reliability while collaborating effectively with peers and the rest of the engineering organization.

The Senior Staff Software Engineer will be part of a team that spans across Fivetran's core data pipeline processing framework, cloud architecture, and infrastructure. The company's platform is built to manage data streaming and batch workloads for the three main public clouds: AWS, Azure, and GCP. By combining these pillars into a massively scalable platform, Fivetran is able to provide a best-in-class, reliable, secure, and scalable data movement platform.

The role requires exceptional technical skills, meticulous attention to detail, creativity, motivation, and a result-oriented mindset. The successful candidate will be working with various AI tools to supercharge productivity and will be responsible for driving the team's technical direction.

What You Will Do

Design, implement, and maintain the central parts of Fivetran's core platform
Collaborate with peers and the rest of the engineering organization to prioritize quality, efficiency, and reliability
Use AI tools to supercharge productivity and drive technical direction
Work on the company's core data pipeline processing framework, cloud architecture, and infrastructure
Contribute to the development of Fivetran's internal development systems, security framework, and standard components
Participate in the design and implementation of the company's quality engineering tools and developer systems
Collaborate with the engineering team to manage data streaming and batch workloads for the three main public clouds
Work on the company's data movement platform, ensuring it is scalable, secure, and reliable
Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of the codebase
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements

What We Are Looking For

5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on building scalable and reliable systems
Strong proficiency in Java, with experience in Java 17 and JUnit 5
Experience with cloud computing platforms, including AWS, Azure, and GCP
Strong understanding of containerization using Docker and Kubernetes
Experience with data processing and streaming technologies, including Temporal
Strong understanding of SQL and experience with BigQuery
Experience working with AI tools and technologies
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex problems and develop creative solutions
Experience working in a remote environment, with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Nice to Have

Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems, such as Git
Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
Strong understanding of security principles and experience with security frameworks
Experience with data warehousing and business intelligence technologies

Benefits and Perks

Competitive salary and equity package
Opportunity to work on a cutting-edge data platform with a talented team of engineers
Flexible working hours and remote work options
Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorships
Access to the latest tools and technologies, including AI and machine learning platforms
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Generous paid time off and holiday policy
Retirement savings plan and matching contributions
Employee stock purchase plan and other perks,

How to Stand Out

Be prepared to discuss your experience with scalable systems and cloud computing platforms, and provide examples of how you have applied these skills in previous roles.
Make sure to highlight your proficiency in Java, Docker, and Kubernetes, and be prepared to answer technical questions about these technologies.
Show a strong understanding of data processing and streaming technologies, including Temporal, and be prepared to discuss how you have applied these skills in previous roles.
Demonstrate your experience working with AI tools and technologies, and be prepared to discuss how you have applied these skills in previous roles.
Be prepared to discuss your experience working in a remote environment, and provide examples of how you have managed your time and worked effectively with distributed teams.
Be sure to research the company and the role, and be prepared to ask informed questions during the interview process.
Consider including examples of your work, such as code samples or project descriptions, to demonstrate your skills and experience.

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