Principal Infrastructure Engineer
Smartwork IT Services
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Skills
- AWS
- Azure
- GCP
- SaaS
- Snowflake
- Databricks
- GKE
- PaaS
- infrastructure engineering
- and customer-managed environments
- Kubernetes-based
- CI/CD systems
- Kubernetes (EKS
- AKS)
Summary
Title: Principal Infrastructure Engineer
San Francisco, CA - Hybrid
The role
As a Principal Infrastructure Engineer, you will lead the design and automation of how Nextdata OS is provisioned and operated across environments-primarily managed Kubernetes, often in customer-owned cloud accounts.
You will work on systems that directly shape how data mesh is adopted in practice.
You will bring experience building and operating large-scale distributed systems, including data and ML infrastructure, to help deliver a secure, self-service platform for data product teams.
You will:
- Design and implement deployment models for PaaS, SaaS, and customer-managed environments
- Build scalable, modular infrastructure-as-code and maintain high code quality through reviews
- Work closely with customers to understand real-world constraints and requirements
- Collaborate with product and engineering to evolve the platform
- Take ownership of what you ship, including production reliability
You are the right fit if you have
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering
- Experience and willingness to work directly with customers
- Experience working in early-stage or growing startups, shaping infrastructure from the ground up
- Strong experience with Kubernetes-based systems and multi-cloud environments
- Experience building and maintaining CI/CD systems for cloud-native applications
- Hands-on experience deploying and operating PaaS and SaaS platforms at scale
- Experience with data and ML ecosystems across platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
- A track record of managing infrastructure cost and performance trade-offs
- Experience contributing to or leading security reviews and audits
- Strong troubleshooting skills and a focus on reliability
Technical depth in:
- Kubernetes (EKS, GKE, AKS) and containerization (Docker)
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Cloud networking (AWS VPC, Azure VNet, Google Cloud Platform VPC)
- Observability tools (Prometheus, ELK or similar)
- Service meshes (Istio, Linkerd)
- Cloud security practices
- Dice Id: 91131384
- Position Id: 2026-4651
- Posted 2 days ago
Company Info
About Smartwork IT Services
At SWITS Digital Private Limited, we are driven by innovation, integrity, and a commitment to empowering businesses through technology. As a fast-growing company, we specialize in designing and developing cutting-edge products and services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients.
Who We Are
Innovators at Heart: We thrive on turning ideas into impactful solutions that drive tangible results.
Tech Visionaries: Our expertise spans web application development, AI-driven solutions, and digital transformation.
Client-Focused: Building long-lasting partnerships by delivering personalized, high-quality services.
What We Do
Develop innovative products like SWITS ATS, SWITS HRMS, SWITS JOBS, and SWITS VMS, revolutionizing industries such as recruitment, human resources, and vendor management.
Provide scalable, efficient, and secure web applications that simplify business processes and foster growth.
Our Vision
To redefine industry standards by crafting digital solutions that not only meet today’s challenges but also anticipate tomorrow’s opportunities.
Why Choose Us
Agile Development: Fast and adaptable processes for delivering exceptional results.
Customer-Centric Approach: We prioritize understanding and meeting client objectives.
End-to-End Support: From ideation to execution and beyond, we’re with you at every step.
Join us on our journey to shape a smarter, more connected future. Let us bring your vision to life!
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