Jobbeschreibung
Staff Engineer (Platform Architecture, JetBrains Cloud Platform)
The role
We are looking for a Software Architect (Platform Architecture) to shape the core technical foundations of JetBrains Cloud Platform from the ground up.
This role focuses on the architecture of shared platform capabilities: cross-product services, infrastructure abstractions, integration standards, scalability and reliability principles, and operational foundations (such as security, governance, observability, and cost controls). As this is a new platform, many standards and processes are still works in progress – you will actively influence what good quality looks like and help teams build toward it.
As part of the team, you will:
* Design and evolve the architecture of a cross-product platform that serves as the foundation for AI-driven software development.
* Define architectural principles, standards, and guidelines for platform services and shared foundations.
* Design integration patterns and interfaces between platform services, developer tools, and external systems.
* Ensure architectural decisions support scalability, reliability, security, and observability from the outset.
* Own and drive key platform-level architectural decisions and trade-offs (e.g., service boundaries, data flows, identity, policy, and tenancy).
* Review and validate architectural designs across teams to ensure consistency and long-term sustainability.
* Collaborate with other architects and platform specialists to align on shared decisions and evolve the platform architecture over time.
* Work closely with senior and staff engineers to translate platform requirements into coherent technical designs and implementation plans.
Voraussetzungen
We are looking for someone who:
* Has strong experience in software engineering and system design, especially in complex, distributed systems.
* Has experience defining or significantly shaping the architecture of new platforms or large-scale systems.
* Is able to facilitate and align architectural decisions across multiple teams, balancing different perspectives and constraints.
* Is comfortable working in an environment where many processes and standards are still not fully established.
* Is motivated by long-term goals and prefers building foundations over delivering short-term features.
We’d be particularly thrilled if you:
* Have hands-on experience designing or evolving platforms based on Kubernetes and cloud environments such as AWS.
* Have experience with networking, compute, and storage infrastructure and can reason across application and infrastructure layers.
* Enjoy helping teams converge on good solutions rather than enforcing a single “correct” approach.
Wir bieten Ihnen
Why join JetBrains?
* Strong base salary. We offer competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience.
* Flexible work location. Enjoy the freedom to work from home or from the office.
* Remote work. Spend up to 30 days per year working remotely from abroad.
* Extra time off. More days to relax, recharge, and do the things you love.
* Medical insurance allowance. Enjoy peace of mind for you and your family.
* Learning and development opportunities. Access to conferences, courses, and language classes.
* Relocation support. We help make your move as smooth and stress-free as possible.
* Language classes. Pick up the local language or sharpen your English skills.
* Fuel your day. Enjoy a hot meal or receive a lunch allowance on workdays.
* Mental health support. To help you feel your best, we provide easy access to professional mental health services.
* Sports benefit. Enjoy an on-site gym or sports club stipend.
* Internal events. Join company-wide celebrations and team gatherings.
*Some benefits may vary depending on location.