Chainguard is hiring a
Senior Software Engineer

Summary

Join our team as a Delivery Engineer and contribute to building secure open-source software. You'll be part of a delivery team responsible for building our Linux distribution (Wolfi) and Chainguard container images. This role involves working with diverse open-source software, build tools, and programming languages.

Requirements

• 5 to 8 years of experience working with Linux
• Experience packaging software as Linux packages (e.g., APK, RPM)
• Experience building and debugging container images
• Solid knowledge of working with Kubernetes, helm charts
• Experience with cloud infrastructure as code tools, such as Terraform
• Programming experience in at least one language
• Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills, able to work independently
• Passionate about quality and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Package Building: Develop melange packages within Wolfi and private repositories, adhering to technical specifications and integration requirements
• Image Creation: Produce Chainguard container images for both public and private use, balancing the need for speed with uncompromised quality
• Testing: Create a comprehensive suite of automated tests for image deployment and validation
• Backlog Management: Efficiently work through a prioritized queue of images, ensuring each is processed according to project timelines and quality expectations
• Quality Assurance: Consistently apply established standards and protocols for image production and execute detailed quality checks prior to release

Benefits

• Equity/stock options
• Unlimited PTO
• Remote work with flexible coworking and team meetup opportunities
• Home office and internet stipend
• 100% health/dental/vision insurance coverage for you and your family