Job Information
Red Hat Principal Software Engineer in Raleigh, North Carolina
Primary job responsibilities
Coordinating architecture and dependencies with other teams in a broad technical context, and demonstrates an understanding of the consequences of technological choices.
Holds a leadership position in upstream or across a group of internally focused projects typically a strategic owner, frequently defining direction of the project in matters of architecture, technology decisions, CI setup, etc
Leads a cross-functional team to consistent and timely execution of plans
Identifies opportunities spanning multiple technical disciplines, including important emerging technology projects, and leads in analysis of their impact. Conceives and is instrumental in creating new projects or programs
Enabling large scale customer success by way of producing detailed architectural specifications and/or detailed project/feature proposals.
Capable of successfully tackling projects and initiatives that can have company-wide scope. Applies technical excellence and leadership across engineering, business units, and the industry
Proven ability in planning and execution of comprehensive product plans and architecture designs along with coordination of cross-functional teams
Demonstrate Creative and innovative approach in the technical domain to address customer needs, challenges and priorities into feature requests and bug fixes that conclusively accelerate OpenShift adoption.
Ability to act as a technology representative at various customer briefings, conferences, forums etc. Demonstrates strong business & technology acumen and collaboratively works with Sales, Field, BU and Engineering teams across various initiatives.
Experience as a product architect , technical leader to handle aspects such as functionality, performance, resilience, reuse, comprehensibility, scalability, security, technology constraints, and tradeoffs.
Expertise to define a high-level structure of a software system (architecture), its main components and their interfaces; interactions of these components with each other and with external systems.
Follow the Kubernetes community and proactively lead the implementation of important improvements from the project in our product
Experience to act as a trusted advisor for key product customers
Technical knowledge dissemination through practices like mentoring, tech talks to fellow team members.
Required skills
Architectural mindset and expertise in architecting and designing new systems keeping in mind the customers and product experience
Proven ability to have worked with cross team / product teams addressing customer needs and challenges.
Expertise in at least one or more programming languages such as Go/Python/Java etc.
Good experience with kubernetes
Hands-on learning and mid to senior level experience demonstrating implementation ownership of complex features individually and as a collaboration with others.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The following are considered a plus:
Experience of working with customers and helping them in their transformation journey as product advocate would be advantageous
Familiarity with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), CoreOS, Fedora or Red Hat OpenShift.
Understanding of open source development models
Prior participation in open source community software development or leadership
Familiarity with enterprise application development
Familiar with test-based development and agile or scrum methodologies
Familiar with various observability tools: monitoring, logging, profiling, etc.
Running applications on OpenShift
Data-driven Story teller.
The salary range for this position is $142,140.00 - $234,500.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.
Pay Transparency
Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.
About Red Hat
Red Hat (https://www.redhat.com/) is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source (https://www.redhat.com/en/about/open-source) software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates have the flexibility to choose the work environment that suits their needs from in-office to fully remote to office-flex. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact. Opportunities are open. Join us.
Benefits
● Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
● Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
● Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
● Retirement 401(k) with employer match
● Paid time off and holidays
● Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
● Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
● Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!
Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Red Hat
Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions of diversity that compose our global village.
Equal Opportunity Policy (EEO)
Red Hat is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Red Hat does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or any other payment related to unsolicited resumes or CVs except as required in a written contract between Red Hat and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.
Red Hat supports individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations to job applicants. If you need assistance completing our online job application, email application-assistance@redhat.com . General inquiries, such as those regarding the status of a job application, will not receive a reply.
We’re the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source solutions—including Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes. We deliver hardened solutions that make it easier for enterprises to work across platforms and environments, from the core datacenter to the network edge.
At Red Hat, our commitment to open source extends beyond technology into virtually everything we do. We collaborate and share ideas, create inclusive communities, and welcome diverse perspectives from all Red Hatters, no matter their role. It’s what makes us who we are.
Some of the most knowledgeable and passionate people in the technology industry work here. Whether we’re building software, championing our products, or training new associates, we’re collaborating openly to make a difference in the world of open source and beyond.