Principal Software Engineer, Networking (Seattle or SF Bay Area)

Onboard, integrate with our Sandbox infrastructure teams, and build context on Docker's Sandbox vision

Deep-dive into Sandbox architecture for local and public-cloud infrastructure, with a focus on driving simple, common foundational primitives usable across both environments

Identify the highest-leverage opportunities in the current architecture, along with strategic and tactical execution risks

Develop a technical roadmap to address the challenges identified; drive consensus across stakeholders

Provide technical leadership to a small team of engineers to deliver on the roadmap

Establish or improve technical standards for development, deployment, operation, and observability of networking services

Drive simplification of foundational networking infrastructure across local and public-cloud environments

Establish repeatable engineering practices for quality, performance, and operational excellence

Nurture the team's confidence and capability by providing clarity, sustaining focus, and delivering pragmatically through successive iteration

Set a standard for what a small team of engineers can deliver and manage when given a charter, autonomy, and the tools they need

Docker considers visa sponsorship on a case-by-case basis based on business needs.

Compensation & Equity

United States: $198K – $319K + equity

Open vacancy: This posting is for an existing open role.

AI in hiring: Docker may use AI-assisted tools during our recruiting process.

Interview recordings: Candidates will be invited to opt in to interview recordings to support interviewer calibration and consistent evaluations. Recordings are optional and require explicit consent.

Remote-first by design – Work from your home, with offices in Seattle and Paris for connection and collaboration.

Flexibility that fits your life – We trust you to manage your schedule while delivering great work.

Time to recharge – Generous PTO, designated quarterly Whaleness Days, and a designated end-of-year Whaleness break.

Home office support – Set up your workspace for comfort and success.

Technology stipend – Equivalent to US$100 net per month to help support your work.

Learning & development – Annual stipend for conferences, courses, certifications, and continued learning.

Parental leave – 16 weeks of paid parental leave after six months of employment.

Equity for all full-time employees – Share in Docker's long-term success as we continue to grow.

Comprehensive benefits – Medical, retirement, and paid holidays vary by country.

Docker swag – Because representing the whale never gets old.

Docker is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe diverse teams build better products, make better decisions, and better serve our global community.

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