Principal Software Engineer - Archive Object, S3 & Key-Value Systems

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned Software Engineer (Principal Engineer Level) to help build and evolve enterprise-grade storage platforms used by mission-critical workloads. This role focuses on Archive Object storage, S3-compatible services, and distributed Key-Value stores, with strong emphasis on reliability, durability, scalability, and long-term maintainability.

You will work on core storage services that must meet enterprise expectations for performance, compliance, and operational stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-class object and archival storage systems
• Develop and enhance S3-compatible APIs and data paths
• Build and optimize distributed key-value storage services for metadata and control planes
• Ensure high durability, availability, and consistency across storage layers
• Participate in architectural reviews and long-term platform planning
• Debug and resolve complex issues in production distributed systems
• Collaborate with QA, SRE, and operations teams to ensure production readiness
• Mentor engineers and contribute to engineering best practices