Principal Software Engineer

Summary

Join Atlan, the world's first active metadata platform, and become part of a movement shaping the future of data collaboration. We empower ambitious teams to unlock their data's full potential. As a key member of our engineering team, you will take full ownership of enterprise connectors, champion engineering excellence, and lead the design and implementation of scalable architecture. You will also provide technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, and ensure smooth customer onboarding. Atlan offers a fast-paced, fully remote work environment with limitless growth opportunities and a global data community. We are a fast-growing company backed by top investors, trusted by global leaders, and building a talented team spanning 10+ countries.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in backend development with a focus on scalable and reliable solutions
• Demonstrated success in leading the design and deployment of enterprise-grade systems
• Deep expertise in Python, Kotlin, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience with workflow orchestration tools like Argo
• Exceptional mentoring skills and the ability to foster technical excellence in teams
• Proven capability to interact with customers and partners as a technical SME
• Strong understanding of SaaS products, metadata management, and scalable architecture design

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership around enterprise connectors, connector framework and feasibility
• Champion Engineering Excellence for this Business unit
• Lead the design and implementation of scalable architecture and framework for enterprise connectors
• Develop advanced solutions for metadata management, enhancing Atlan’s Metadata Marketplace
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, promoting a culture of innovation and excellence
• Own and deliver on the major business outcomes for the business unit
• Serve as a technical thought leader for customer onboarding, ensuring a smooth and reliable adoption process
• Oversee the deployment and operational excellence of solutions on the Atlan platform
• Spearhead innovation in connector development and drive developer productivity improvements

Benefits

• Ownership from Day One: Whether you're an intern or a full-time teammate, you’ll own impactful projects, chart your growth, and collaborate with some of the best minds in the industry
• Limitless Opportunities: At Atlan, your growth has no boundaries. If you’re ready to take initiative, the sky’s the limit
• A Global Data Community: We’re deeply embedded in the modern data stack, contributing to open-source projects, sponsoring meetups, and empowering team members to grow through conferences and learning opportunities