Senior Software Engineer - Cloud Connectors

Business Area : Engineering

Seniority Level : Mid-Senior level

Job Description :

At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry. Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world's largest enterprises.

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join Cloudera's Cloud Connector Engineering team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain cloud connector solutions that enable seamless integration between Cloudera's data platform and various cloud providers and services. You will work on scalable, high-performance solutions that power data integration across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

As a Senior Software Engineer you will :

Design and implement cloud connectors that integrate Cloudera's platform with AWS, Azure, GCP, and other cloud services.

Develop robust, well-tested code for data ingestion, movement, and synchronization across cloud platforms.

Lead technical design discussions and contribute architectural decisions for connector frameworks and infrastructure.

Collaborate with product, architecture, and infrastructure teams to define requirements and specifications.

Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on best practices and design patterns.

Participate in code reviews, establish coding standards, and drive continuous improvement in code quality.

Troubleshoot complex issues in production environments and implement scalable solutions.

Document technical designs, APIs, and implementation details for internal and external audiences.

Stay current with cloud platform updates, emerging technologies, and industry best practices

Required Qualifications :

Bsc / Msc in related field or equivalent experience

5+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on cloud platforms or distributed systems

Strong proficiency in Java, Python, or Go (one or more)

Demonstrated experience developing cloud connectors, integrations, or middleware solutions

Reasonable understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their services (storage, compute, networking)

Experience with data processing frameworks and large-scale data movement

Solid understanding of API design, REST, gRPC, and message protocols

Proven ability to design and implement scalable, maintainable software solutions

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience working in agile environments

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with Apache Hadoop, Spark, or other big data technologies

Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, or container orchestration

Background in cloud-native application development

Experience with CI / CD pipelines and infrastructure automation

Contributions to open-source projects

Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance in cloud environments

Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools

What you can expect from us :

Generous PTO Policy

Support work life balance with Unplugged Days

Flexible WFH Policy

Mental & Physical Wellness programs

Phone and Internet Reimbursement program

Access to Continued Career Development

Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages

Paid Volunteer Time

Employee Resource Groups

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