# Staff Software Engineer

**Company:** [Imply](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/imply)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Salary:** $185k – $225k/yr
**Experience:** 7+ years
**Skills:** Java, Apache Druid, Kubernetes, Helm, AWS, Relational Databases, Olap Databases, Agile Methodologies, Apache Kafka, Apache Flink
**Posted:** 2026-08-20

> Build scalable Java backend services and Apache Druid features for Imply’s observability data platform. The role leads cross-team initiatives and requires at least five years of backend service experience, with Kubernetes, cloud, database, and streaming technology expertise valued.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain microservices and backend software components in modern Java.
- Develop and maintain features within Apache Druid.
- Lead the design and development of major features across teams.
- Coordinate with product management, UX design, frontend engineers, and backend engineers to deliver initiatives, features, and products.
- Participate in on-call rotations for production issues (two weeks per cycle, four to six times per year).

## Requirements
- 5+ years of experience building and maintaining highly scalable and reliable services in Java or a similar language.
- Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, cloud providers such as AWS, or related technologies.
- Experience with relational and/or OLAP databases.
- Experience with agile methodologies.
- Strong communication and coordination skills.

## Nice-to-haves
- Experience with Apache Druid.
- Open-source contributions to Apache Druid or another open-source database.
- Experience with streaming technologies such as Apache Kafka and Apache Flink.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Compensation: $185,000–$225,000 in on-target earnings.
- Equity plan eligibility, subject to applicable plans and policies.
- 100% paid medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) program.
- Fertility coverage.
- Pet insurance.
- Dependent Care FSA.
- Mental health support.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Unlimited paid time off.
- Wellness stipend.
- Home office equipment reimbursement.
- Pre-tax commuter benefits.

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