Position Description
Our Principal Engineer works with our Distinguished Engineers and Sr. Engineers to innovate and build new systems, improve, and enhance existing systems as well as identify new opportunities to apply your knowledge to solve critical problems. You will drive the strategic technical roadmap, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products and unlocking new engineering capabilities. Additionally, you will maintain GEICO's operating systems, contribute to the upstream Linux community, and optimize runtimes for Java, GoLang, Node.js, Python, and .NET environments.
Position Responsibilities
As a Principal Engineer II, you will:
Lead the design, development, and optimization of container runtimes, leveraging industry-leading technologies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the security, availability, and performance of containerized applications.
Stay updated on emerging containerization technologies and industry trends, recommending, and implementing innovative solutions.
Contribute to the development of best practices and standards in container runtime technology.
Define and enforce best practices and standards in container runtime technology, operating systems, and language runtimes.
Play a hands-on role in the deployment, scaling, and lifecycle management of containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and related orchestration platforms.
Collaborate effectively with other technical professionals and teams to ensure seamless integration of container runtimes with the overall technology stack.
Communicate technical concepts and solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Implement and enforce security measures for container runtimes to protect against vulnerabilities and threats.
Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure the reliability and efficiency of container runtime solutions.
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in containerization, contributing to the organization's culture of continuous improvement.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvements
Qualifications
Experience partnering with engineering teams and transferring research to production
Experience with continuous delivery and infrastructure as code
Proven experience in designing, deploying, and optimizing container runtimes.
Strong expertise in Docker, Kubernetes, and related container orchestration platforms.
In-depth knowledge of operating systems, especially Linux.
Experience in managing end-to-end container image lifecycles.
Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment
Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real-time communication)
Experience building the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and current systems
Fluency in DevOps Concepts, Cloud Architecture, and Azure DevOps Operational Framework
Fluency and specialization with at least one modern language such as Go, or Rust
Demonstrated ability to design and implement resilient, scalable, and efficient solutions
Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks and vulnerabilities
Excellent communication skills, able to communicate complete technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience
6+ years of professional experience in building Linux distros, building highly secure, scalable, and reliable operating systems tailored for diverse deployment environments, including private and public clouds.
5+ years of experience of developing and running container orchestration platforms for large enterprises at scale.
5+ years of experience with architecture, and design
5+ years of experience with open-source frameworks is desired
4+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience
Annual Salary
$82,000.00 - $261,500.00The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
Benefits:
As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, 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
*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.
**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.
The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.
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