Staff Software Engineer, Platform (Azure)

About Ditto:

Ditto is redefining how data moves at the edge. Our mission is to make it seamless for developers to build resilient, real-time applications, regardless of network conditions. Whether you're in a stadium, airplane, or remote military base, Ditto's peer-to-peer sync engine ensures devices stay connected and data stays consistent, even without internet. With more than $145 million in funding and trusted by organizations like Chick-fil-A, Delta Airlines, and the U.S. military, Ditto powers mission-critical experiences across aviation, retail, travel, hospitality, defense, and more. As a globally distributed, fast-growing startup, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the wide range of perspectives needed to solve the world’s hardest connectivity problems.

Role Description 

We're seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join our Platform Engineering team and drive the evolution of our cloud-native infrastructure. You'll architect and build scalable platform solutions on Azure while developing custom Kubernetes operators to automate complex operational workflows.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you will… 

• Design and implement Kubernetes operators using Go and operator frameworks
• Architect scalable platform solutions on Azure (AKS, ARM, networking, security)
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code tooling
• Lead technical initiatives and mentor engineers across the organization
• Solve complex distributed systems challenges and drive platform reliability

What You’ll Need…

• 7+ years of software engineering experience with platform/infrastructure focus
• Deep expertise in Azure cloud services and Kubernetes ecosystem
• Strong Go programming skills and experience with operator development
• Proven track record of technical leadership and system design
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM templates, Bicep)
• Strong collaboration skills and passion for enabling developer productivity

• (Always included) A proactive and curious attitude about how AI can support your role through automation, ideation, or more thoughtful decision-making.

Nice to haves… 

• Experience with service mesh technologies (cillium, Istio, Linkerd)
• Knowledge of observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Jaeger)
• Background in multi-cloud or hybrid cloud architectures
• Contributions to open-source Kubernetes projects or CNCF ecosystem
• Experience with GitOps workflows (ArgoCD, Flux)
• Familiarity with policy engines (Open Policy Agent, Gatekeeper)
• Previous experience at high-growth technology companies
• Understanding of FinOps and cloud cost optimization strategies

Benefits we offer: 

We offer competitive salaries and meaningful equity - everyone on the team should have a stake in what we’re building. Benefits vary by region to make sure you're covered in the ways that matter most. In the US, that includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus a 401(k) and flexible spending accounts. In the UK, we offer private healthcare through Vitality, a pension plan, and region-specific coverage. For our team members elsewhere in the world, we work with our global employer platform to offer equitable benefits and coverage. Regardless of where you live, everyone at Ditto can utilize flexible vacation time. And while we work remotely, our Atlanta and San Francisco offices are open if you ever want a place to work or meet up with teammates.

The Benefits of Building with Us

We offer competitive salaries and meaningful equity. We believe everyone on the team should have a stake in what we’re building. Benefits vary by region to make sure you're covered in the ways that matter most. In the US, that includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus a 401(k) and flexible spending accounts. In the UK, we offer private healthcare through Vitality, a pension plan, and region-specific coverage. For our team members elsewhere in the world, we work with our global employer platform to offer equitable benefits and coverage. 

Regardless of where you live, everyone at Ditto can utilize flexible time off. And while we work remotely, our Atlanta and San Francisco offices are open if you ever want a place to work or meet up with teammates.

Apply Anyway

At Ditto, we believe success isn’t defined by a flawless resume, a set number of years of experience, or checking every box in a job description. What matters most to us are qualities like grit, resilience, and adaptability. If you're excited about our mission but don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. Use your application to tell us how you’ll make an impact here. We’re always looking for exceptional people ready to grow with us.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ditto is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Ditto is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please let us know.

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