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At Docker, we make app development easier so developers can focus on what matters. Our remote-first team spans the globe, united by a passion for innovation and great developer experiences. With over 20 million monthly users and 20 billion image pulls, Docker is the #1 tool for building, sharing, and running apps—trusted by startups and Fortune 100s alike. We’re growing fast and just getting started. Come join us for a whale of a ride! This role is open to applicants residing on the U.S. East Coast. We’re looking for a Staff Backend/Data Engineer with deep data expertise—someone who thrives at the intersection of backend development, database engineering, and data infrastructure. This role is all about owning services end-to-end, from building and operating large-scale data stores to designing resilient APIs. The Hub team is responsible for the performant search, distribution, discovery and management of Docker images and other OCI content on Docker Hub. We leverage open specifications and code to achieve this and work with partners and peers across the Cloud Native ecosystem. If you love working on data at scale, with challenges on both resiliency and performance then this role is for you!
Job Responsibility:
Design and develop backend services with a strong emphasis on data integrity, scalability, and performance
Architect and operate data storage and serving layers at scale (Postgres, NoSQL, object stores, …)
Collaborate with product and data teams to ensure APIs and services serve data reliably and efficiently
Own systems end-to-end, from schema design to deployment and monitoring in production
Requirements:
Deep knowledge in databases and storage systems like Postgres, DynamoDB, Elastic Search, S3
8+ years experience building, deploying, and monitoring SaaS services on top of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)
Proficiency in modern programming languages
Comfortable following software engineering best practices such as code review, source control, continuous integration, and testing
Comfortable with a high degree of autonomy (self-motivated, organized) and the ability to work remotely across time zones
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Nice to have:
A backend engineer with massive experience in databases and data systems—or a data engineer/DBA who enjoys building APIs and backend services
Strong expertise in data modeling, query optimization, and performance tuning
Experience running production-grade data stores and services at scale
Proficiency in at least one backend language/framework (e.g., Go, Python, Java, Node.js)
A mindset for reliability, automation, and scalability
What we offer:
Freedom & flexibility
fit your work around your life
Designated quarterly Whaleness Days plus end of year Whaleness break
Home office setup
we want you comfortable while you work
16 weeks of paid Parental leave
Technology stipend equivalent to $100 net/month
PTO plan that encourages you to take time to do the things you enjoy
Training stipend for conferences, courses and classes
Equity
we are a growing start-up and want all employees to have a share in the success of the company
Docker Swag
Medical benefits, retirement and holidays vary by country
Remote-first culture, with offices in Seattle and Paris