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Principal Software Engineer - Infrastructure

discord· 49 open roles

Location TBD On-siteFull-time2 months ago
Salary
$450,000 - $600,000
Experience
Mid
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 months ago
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About This Role

Discord is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead critical infrastructure initiatives, define the technical vision, and ensure systems remain reliable and efficient. The role requires 10+ years of experience building large-scale distributed systems and expertise in backend systems, databases, and operational realities. The engineer will contribute to the long-term infrastructure roadmap, tackle complex technical challenges, and mentor senior engineers. The role is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and offers a competitive salary range and benefits.

Key ResponsibilitiesAI-extracted

  • 1
    Lead Discord's most critical infrastructure initiatives
  • 2
    Define and drive the technical vision and multi-year roadmap for Infrastructure
  • 3
    Partner with leadership to ensure infrastructure capabilities enable product innovation
  • 4
    Design systems that balance reliability, cost-efficiency, and scalability
  • 5
    Mentor and grow senior engineers across multiple teams

RequirementsAI-extracted

  • 10+ years of experience building and operating large-scale distributed systems
  • Experience architecting complex infrastructure serving hundreds of millions of users
  • Deep expertise in backend systems, databases, and operational realities
  • Ability to navigate significant ambiguity and make sound technical decisions
  • Experience influencing technical direction across many teams without direct authority

Perks & BenefitsAI-extracted

Typically: health coverage
Typically: paid time off
Typically: retirement savings plan
Relocation assistance may be available
Competitive salary range and equity

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