Senior Staff Software Engineer, Developer Infrastructure

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on developer infrastructure and productivity. You are adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify pain points in development processes and implement effective solutions. Your background includes working with multiple programming languages, including Java, Go, Python, Ruby, and TypeScript, which allows you to understand the diverse needs of engineers across the organization.

You possess a deep understanding of cloud technologies and have experience with platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Your familiarity with container orchestration tools like Kubernetes and infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform enables you to streamline development workflows and enhance operational efficiency. You are also knowledgeable about build systems like Bazel, Gradle, and CMake, which are essential for optimizing the software development lifecycle.

Your experience with observability systems and metrics allows you to maintain high uptime and reliability, ensuring that engineers can work productively without interruptions. You are committed to fostering a culture of operational excellence and are skilled in creating dashboards and alerts that provide valuable insights into system performance.

Desirable

Experience with AI development strategies, including coding assistants and agentic development, is a plus. You have a passion for exploring innovative solutions that leverage AI to enhance developer productivity. Your ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies makes you a valuable asset to any team.

What you'll do

As a Senior Staff Software Engineer at Stripe, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our Developer Infrastructure. You will lead initiatives that enhance the productivity of thousands of engineers, ensuring that Stripe remains a top choice for software development careers. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with product and infrastructure teams to identify challenges in their development processes and proposing creative solutions that drive efficiency.

You will be responsible for defining and implementing best practices for software development, including code reviews, testing strategies, and deployment processes. Your expertise will guide the engineering organization in adopting new tools and technologies that improve workflows and reduce friction in the development lifecycle.

You will also work closely with other engineering teams to ensure that our observability systems are robust and effective. By maintaining high standards for uptime and reliability, you will help create an environment where engineers can focus on building great products without worrying about infrastructure issues.

In addition to your technical responsibilities, you will mentor junior engineers and contribute to their professional growth. Your leadership will inspire others to adopt best practices and foster a collaborative culture within the engineering organization.

What we offer

At Stripe, you will be part of a mission-driven company that is dedicated to increasing the GDP of the internet. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development and growth. You will work in a supportive environment that values innovation and encourages you to take ownership of your projects.

Join us in our mission to empower businesses around the world with the tools they need to succeed. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the productivity of our engineering teams and the success of our customers. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your unique perspective could be just what we need.