Distinguished Engineer I - Remote - Cloud Platform Services and Technical Roadmap Leadership

Introduction to Our Company and Industry Our company is a leading provider of innovative solutions, and we are expanding our team to drive success in the ever-evolving tech industry. As a remote-first organization, we offer a unique opportunity to work from anywhere and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of technology. Our Platform Engineering team is at the forefront of this effort, and we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Distinguished Engineer to lead the strategy and execution of our technical roadmap for enabling Azure cloud platform services for our enterprise applications. About the Role As a Distinguished Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving the technical direction of our organization. You will work closely with management, product owners, and engineering teams to innovate and build new systems, improve and enhance existing systems, and identify new opportunities to apply your knowledge to solve critical problems. Your expertise in Azure and delivering well-architected platform services for business applications will be essential in this role. Key Responsibilities Work with Principal and Sr. Engineers to innovate and build new systems, improve and enhance existing systems, and identify new opportunities to apply your knowledge to solve critical problems Lead the strategy and execution of a technical roadmap that will increase the velocity of delivering products and unlock new engineering capabilities Build the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and current systems Lead collaboration efforts with software vendors, tech partners, and business stakeholders Lead collaboration with product managers, team members, customers, and other engineering teams to solve our toughest problems Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams Lead in design sessions and code reviews with peers to elevate the quality of engineering across the organization Define, create, and support reusable application components/patterns from a business and technology perspective Be a role model and mentor, helping to coach and strengthen the technical expertise and know-how of our engineering and product community Influence and educate executives on technical matters Analyze cost and forecast, incorporating them into business plans Determine and support resource requirements, evaluate operational processes, measure outcomes to ensure desired results, and demonstrate adaptability and sponsoring continuous learning Create and publish technical/architecture/design guidance documentation for Engineers on the teams to follow as best practices when building systems and services Essential Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Exemplary ability to design, perform experiments, and influence engineering direction and product roadmap Experience partnering with engineering teams and transferring research to production Track-record of publications history in credible conferences and journals Expertise in Domain Driven Design, Microservices-oriented architecture, Design Patterns, and extensible REST APIs Deep understanding of the agile environment (Scrum/SAFe) Proven technical experience in Technology/Architecture Leadership role Proven experience building influential and impactful relationships internally and externally to lead and drive change Strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent problem-solving skills, proactive, and ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment Flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced work environment Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real-time communication) Preferred Qualifications In addition to the essential qualifications, we are looking for candidates with: Ability to lead the development and execution of architectures for enabling Azure platform services for our enterprise app teams Utilize programming languages like . NET, Golang, SQL, and NoSQL databases, Azure App Services, Service Bus, and Event Hub, and a variety of Azure tools and services Strong understanding of . Net Frameworks and associated runtime environments Experience using Visual Studio 2019, VS Code, and VSTS GIT for source control and Azure DevOps CICD Experience and Education We are looking for candidates with: 10 years of professional software development experience 8 years of experience with architecture and design 6 years of experience in open-source frameworks 4 years of experience with Azure Cloud (AWS or other cloud platforms, a plus) 3 years of people management experience A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits At our company, we are committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills. As a Distinguished Engineer, you will have access to a range of training and development opportunities, including: Professional development programs to help you advance your career Technical training and certification programs to help you stay up-to-date with the latest technologies Mentorship programs to help you develop your leadership and technical skills Opportunities to work on high-impact projects and contribute to the development of our technical roadmap Work Environment and Company Culture Our company culture is built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect. We believe in fostering a work environment that is inclusive, diverse, and supportive of all employees. As a remote-first organization, we offer a range of benefits and perks to help you stay connected and engaged with your colleagues, including: Virtual social events and team-building activities Online training and development programs Flexible working hours and remote work arrangements Access to a range of employee resource groups and networks Compensation, Perks, and Benefits We offer a competitive salary range of $120,000.00 - $261,500.00 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition to your salary, you will also be eligible for a range of benefits and perks, including: Premier Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with no waiting period Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental Leave 401(k) Plan Tuition Reimbursement Paid Training and Licensures Conclusion If you are a highly skilled and experienced engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Distinguished Engineer at our company, you will have the chance to work on high-impact projects, develop your technical and leadership skills, and contribute to the development of our technical roadmap. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join our team and shape the future of technology. Apply now! Apply To This Job Apply for this job