Full-Time

Principal Software Engineer

Backend, Vancouver, Bc

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Splunk

Splunk

5,001-10,000 employees

Data analytics and IT management platform

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

CA$172.4k - CA$237.1kAnnually

+ Incentive Compensation + Equity Awards + Long-term Cash Awards

Senior

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Flexibility in working arrangement including remote and in-office options.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
gRPC
Microsoft Azure
Data Structures & Algorithms
Go
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 8+ years of backend development experience
  • Strong fundamentals in software engineering: data structures and algorithms
  • Built and delivered backend services on Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud Platform
  • Coding proficiency in Go (preferred) or other backend languages and the ability to quickly learn new languages
  • Experience in working on distributed systems like databases, distributed file systems, distributed concurrency control, consistency models, CAP theorem is an added plus.
  • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills including the use of associated tools
  • Experience with developing CI/CD systems
  • Experience developing automated tests and profiling services to understand performance, scalability and reliability of services and components.
  • Ability to document your work for the benefit of the team
  • Knowledge of REST, grpc or similar communication paradigms
  • Knowledge of public cloud services such as AWS, GCP, Azure (preferred)
  • Operational excellence: you think beyond feature delivery into how your code is serving customers in production
  • Excellent problem solving skills and great attention to details
  • Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly
  • Experience with automated software and system management and development tools
  • Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
  • Exposure to project methodology or work structures; understand project lifecycle
  • Experience in working with cross-functional teams (not just engineering)
  • Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
  • Drive the technical roadmap and strategic direction for Platform Experience backend services enabling Data Management products including Edge and Ingest Processors
  • Align technical design of current Platform Experience backend architecture with other products in Data Management portfolio for both Cloud and On-premise deployments
  • Provide high-level technical guidance and oversight
  • Ensure the technical feasibility of designs working actively to influence the same
  • Build, test, operate, and maintain customer-critical data management functionalities
  • Analyze and optimize for performance and scalability
  • Mentor other engineers and promote continuous learning, while maintaining a high bar for quality and delivering for customer
  • Increase the efficiency and effectiveness of development processes

Splunk offers a platform that transforms machine data into actionable insights, allowing organizations to monitor, analyze, and visualize data in real-time. It primarily serves large enterprises in sectors like IT, IoT, and cybersecurity, generating revenue through software licenses and cloud services. What makes Splunk unique is its ability to integrate with various technologies, enhancing security reporting and operational intelligence. The company's goal is to empower organizations to make informed decisions based on their data.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$38.9M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2003

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Cisco's acquisition of Splunk is likely to enhance its data security and customer experience, leveraging combined strengths in security and networking.
  • Splunk's continuous innovation, such as the introduction of Federated Analytics and advanced AI capabilities for IT Service Intelligence, positions it as a leader in the data analytics and IT management sector.
  • Recognition as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Security Information and Event Management for the tenth consecutive time underscores Splunk's industry leadership and reliability.

What critics are saying

  • The integration process with Cisco could face challenges, potentially leading to operational disruptions and strategic misalignments.
  • The competitive landscape in data analytics and IT management is intense, with major players like IBM and Palo Alto Networks making significant moves, which could impact Splunk's market share.

What makes Splunk unique

  • Splunk's 'Data to Everything' platform offers real-time data analytics and visualization, setting it apart from competitors who may not provide such comprehensive, immediate insights.
  • The company's strong integration capabilities with other major technologies like Palo Alto Networks and Cisco Networks enhance its security reporting and analysis, making it a critical tool for cybersecurity.
  • Splunk's focus on large enterprises and its versatile platform that serves IT, IoT, and security markets give it a broad yet specialized market reach.

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Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance plans for regular, full-time U.S. employees — choose the best plans for you and your family. Plus: Health Savings Account (HSA), Life insurance and survivor benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Business travel and accident insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity

Eligible employees enjoy: 401(k) Plan with a company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Equity awards, Bonus or commission program

We support you and your family: Paid parental leave, Mother rooms and wellness rooms, Family Planning

Your work/life balance is important to us, that's why we offer: 16 company holidays, 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, 10 bereavement days, 5 volunteer days

Ensuring our employees' success goes beyond insurance plans: Education reimbursement, Electric car charging stations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Stocked kitchens, Gym discounts/onsite fitness centers, Pet insurance discount, Student loan resources, Cool workspace with collaborative environments, 529 College Savings Plan