Principal Metadata Platform Architect — Scale & Impact

Snowflake; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 304,000 - 437,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending and health savings account

Paid holidays and time off

Parental leave

Job summary

A leading cloud data platform provider is seeking a Principal Software Engineer II to join their Metadata team. This role involves designing and supporting scalable, distributed systems while influencing the product roadmap. Candidates should have over 15 years of experience in building large-scale services, along with a deep understanding of database management. The position offers a robust salary range and a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance and retirement options.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience designing large-scale distributed services.
• Deep expertise in database internals and metadata management.
• Excellent understanding of systems infrastructure and product development.

Responsibilities

• Design and support scalable, distributed systems for Metadata.
• Own architecture and influence product roadmap.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure operational readiness.

Skills

Software engineering

Analytical problem-solving

Fault-tolerant systems

Mentoring

Java

Education

BS in Computer Science

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

A leading cloud data platform provider is seeking a Principal Software Engineer II to join their Metadata team. This role involves designing and supporting scalable, distributed systems while influencing the product roadmap. Candidates should have over 15 years of experience in building large-scale services, along with a deep understanding of database management. The position offers a robust salary range and a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance and retirement options.