# Software Engineer, Core Platform

**Company:** [Cribl](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/cribl)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Salary:** $150k – $175k/yr
**Skills:** Node.js, TypeScript, Data Structures, Algorithms, Networking, operating systems, Distributed Systems, Scalability, performance profiling, Agile, cloud platforms, automated testing
**Posted:** 2026-08-13

> Build backend systems and APIs that ingest, process, and route large-scale telemetry data in real time. The role requires strong computer science fundamentals, Node.js/TypeScript experience, distributed-systems knowledge, and ownership of reliable cloud software.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Develop backend software and APIs for ingesting, processing, and routing data.
- Design, develop, test, and maintain clear, concise, robust code.
- Partner with engineers, designers, and product managers to translate feature specifications into product designs and implementable code.
- Create rich test plans and comprehensive automated tests.
- Own software end to end, including participation in the on-call/support rotation.
- Take initiative to help the broader team achieve desired outcomes.
- Participate in standby, on-call, or off-hours duties.

## Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, basic networking, operating systems, distributed systems, and scalability principles.
- Experience building products that leverage large-scale datasets using Node.js and TypeScript.
- Experience with systems-level debugging, networking, performance profiling, and tuning.
- Ability to learn new technologies and root-cause complex problems.
- Experience with Agile processes and rapid iterative development.
- Strong ownership and focus on high-quality, high-performing deliverables.
- Experience developing software or services for cloud-based platforms.
- Ability to comply with U.S. government security requirements for access to FedRAMP-authorized systems, which may include U.S. citizenship.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Base salary range: **$150,000–$175,000 USD**.
- Eligibility for the Cribl Corporate Bonus Program.
- Benefits include health, dental, vision, short-term disability, life insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, fertility treatment benefits, 401(k), and equity.

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