Senior Infrastructure Software Engineer

Dropbox Inc

San Francisco, CA

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Senior Infrastructure Software Engineer Remote - Poland

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Role Description As an Infrastructure Engineer, your role will be crucial in shaping and constructing the robust systems that not only support our current flagship products but also lay the groundwork for the next wave of engineering innovations. From optimizing user experiences across various projects to ensuring seamless scalability and data integrity, youll be at the forefront of shaping the technological backbone of our platform.

Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, youll leverage your expertise to tackle audacious challenges and push the boundaries of whats possible. Your contributions will directly impact millions of users as every line of code you write furthers our mission to revolutionize the way people work and collaborate.

Join us in redefining the future where your passion for building scalable, reliable systems will drive meaningful change on a global scale.

Our Engineering Career Framework is viewable by anyone outside the company and describes whats expected for our engineers at each of our career levels. Check out our blog post on this topic and more here.

Responsibilities

  • Build infrastructure capable of managing metadata for hundreds of billions of files, handling hundreds of petabytes of user data, and facilitating millions of concurrent connections.
  • Lead the expansion of Dropboxs function as the data-fabric connecting hundreds of millions of applications, devices, and services globally, while also driving initiatives to enhance interoperability and adaptability across diverse ecosystems.
  • Measure and optimize Dropboxs analytics platform to maintain its status as one of the most advanced in the industry for extracting meaningful insights from vast data volumes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and implement solutions that enhance the performance, reliability, and security of Dropboxs infrastructure, ensuring a seamless experience for users worldwide.
  • Proactively identify new opportunities and drive improvements in current project states, advocating for and implementing changes that potentially impact broader business initiatives across teams or products.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in effectively navigating through ambiguous situations and uncertainties, showing adaptability and strategic thinking to steer projects towards successful outcomes.
  • On-call work may be necessary occasionally to help address bugs, outages, or other operational issues with the goal of maintaining a stable and high-quality experience for our customers.

Requirements

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field involving coding (e.g., physics or mathematics) or equivalent technical experience.
  • 8 years of professional software development experience.
  • Proven track record constructing and managing expansive, multi-threaded, geographically dispersed backend systems.
  • Proficient in programming and debugging across a range of languages such as Python, Go, C++, or Java.
  • Extensive experience working with operating system internals, filesystems, databases, networks, and compilers considered advantageous.
  • Ability to navigate and thrive in ambiguous situations, showcasing adaptability and open-ended problem solving.
  • Capable of taking ownership of long-term projects and seeing them through to completion.
  • Ability to set medium-to-long term strategy for business-impacting projects.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proven track record of defining technical roadmaps for the team.

CompensationPoland Pay Range: 333,200 z - 450,800 z PLN

Dropbox applies increased tax deductible costs to remuneration earned by certain qualifying employees to the extent an employee will be involved in the creation of the software as an author for the transfer of copyrights in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Personal Income Tax Act.

The ranges listed above is the expected annual salary.OTE (On-Target Earnings) for this role subject to change. Please note OTE are for sales roles only.Salary OTE is just one component of Dropboxs total rewards package. All regular employees are also eligible for the corporate bonus program or a sales incentive target included in OTE, as well as stock in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

Virtual First Dropbox is a Virtual First company and is open to hiring candidates in all authorized locations.

[Read more about our benefits here.]

Company Description Dropbox isnt just a workplace-its a living lab for designing a more enlightened way of working. Were a global community of bold visionaries and resourceful doers shaping the future of Dropbox and in turn the future of work. Our Virtual First model combines the autonomy of a distributed workplace with the power of human connection, creating space for meaningful work and lasting relationships. With a startup mindset and enterprise-level opportunities, we expect Dropbox employees to think critically, stay curious, and use modern tools including AI to improve how work gets done.

Here you can be who you are and grow into who youre meant to be. You own your impact, helping make work more intuitive, joyful, and human for yourself and hundreds of millions of people worldwide. If youre ready to push boundaries and challenge yourself, Dropbox is ready for you.

Team Description The Dropbox Engineering Team develops the technology platforms and products that create more enlightened ways of working for hundreds of millions of people. Customers rely on Dropbox to manage, share, and collaborate on content seamlessly-our engineering makes that easier and more intuitive than ever before.

Our platform features a robust systems software layer that stores and processes exabytes of data and a suite of growing services that enhance core products like our sharing and sync engine. Were also driving innovation with new offerings such as Dash, our AI-powered knowledge management engine.

Our infrastructure spans high-performance servers and cutting-edge components across multiple data centers worldwide, ensuring reliability, speed, and scalability at a global scale. We think like a startup but build for an enterprise, exploring new possibilities that transform how people work. If youre excited about turning complex technical challenges into intuitive solutions at scale, join our Engineering team.

Virtual First Dropboxs Virtual First way of working is designed to help people do their best work with flexibility, autonomy, and connection. Day to day, teams work remotely with nonlinear schedules and core collaboration hours that support deep focus and individual working styles. We prioritize asynchronous communication to improve clarity, respect deep work time, and reduce unnecessary meetings.

While remote work is the primary experience for our employees, we also prioritize intentional in-person connection. We bring teams together through regular team gatherings, on-demand workspaces, and Dropbox Neighborhood events in order to strengthen team cohesion, foster creativity, and enhance momentum. Virtual First is built to provide the same access to opportunity, growth, and impact for everyone, regardless of location.

This role requires travel to offsites and various other team gatherings approximately 5-10% of the year or 2-3 days per quarter. We provide advance notice when possible and encourage candidates to discuss any accommodation needs during the interview process.

Dropbox supports responsible use of AI for preparation, but misrepresentation of skills or experience is not permitted. See our AI Principles.

Dropbox is an equal opportunity employer. We are a welcoming place for everyone and we do our best to make sure all people feel supported and connected at work.

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