Infrastructure Engineer shaping robust systems for Dropbox's API Platform. Building scalable infrastructure to manage vast amounts of data and connections while collaborating with global teams.
Responsibilities
Build infrastructure capable of managing metadata for hundreds of billions of files, handling hundreds of petabytes of user data, and facilitating millions of concurrent connections.
Lead the expansion of Dropbox's function as the data-fabric, connecting hundreds of millions of applications, devices, and services globally, while also driving initiatives to enhance interoperability and adaptability across diverse ecosystems.
Measure and optimize Dropbox's analytics platform to maintain its status as one of the most advanced in the industry for extracting meaningful insights from vast data volumes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and implement solutions that enhance the performance, reliability, and security of Dropbox's infrastructure, ensuring a seamless experience for users worldwide.
Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to cultivate a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the infrastructure engineering team.
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously enhance Dropbox's infrastructure and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
Requirements
BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field involving coding (e.g., physics or mathematics), or equivalent technical experience
2+ years of professional software development experience
Proven track record constructing and managing expansive, multi-threaded, geographically dispersed backend systems
Proficient in programming and debugging across a range of languages such as Python, Go, C/C++, or Java
Proficiency with operating system internals, filesystems, databases, networks, and compilers
Proven track record of defining & delivering well-scoped milestones/projects
Ability to independently define right solutions for ambiguous, open-ended problems
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