CloudPivot is a fast-growing technology company building engineering tools for modern teams. We are fully distributed and passionate about solving hard problems at scale. As a Principal Platform Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping our culture from anywhere in the world.
What You'll Do:
- Participate in on-call rotations and lead incident response efforts
- Collaborate with product and design teams to define technical requirements
- Write clean, well-tested, and well-documented code
- Identify and address technical debt to keep the codebase healthy
- Lead code reviews and mentor engineers across the team
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment infrastructure
- Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs
What We're Looking For:
- Strong external presence through publications, talks, or open source
- 10+ years of deep expertise in your domain
- Demonstrated impact at the company or industry level
- Exceptional ability to communicate complex ideas to all audiences
- Experience shaping long-term technical vision and strategy
What We Offer:
- Unlimited PTO and company-wide recharge days
- Fully remote — work from anywhere in the world
- Company-wide team retreats twice per year
- Home office setup stipend ($500-$1,000)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (or stipend for international hires)
To apply, send your resume and a short note about why you are excited about this role. We review every application and respond within 5 business days.
Required Skills
TypeScriptReactGCPRedisSwiftRust
What We Offer
✓ Remote-first culture
✓ Equity & stock options
✓ $5,000 home office stipend
✓ Unlimited PTO
✓ Health, dental & vision
✓ Learning & development budget
How to Apply
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Review the Job RequirementsRead the full description and ensure your skills match what CloudPivot is looking for.
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Prepare Your ResumeHighlight relevant experience in Engineering and include projects that showcase your skills.
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Click Apply NowSubmit your application through the button on this page. Make sure all required fields are filled.
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Wait for ResponseHiring teams typically respond within 5–10 business days. Check your email regularly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position fully remote?
Yes — Principal Platform Engineer at CloudPivot is listed as Remote (Global). The role supports remote work and does not require relocation.
What is the salary range for this role?
The listed compensation for this position is $190k-$250k per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
What skills are required for Principal Platform Engineer?
Key requirements include: TypeScript, React, GCP, Redis, Swift. See the full job description above for complete requirements.
How do I apply for this job?
Click the "Apply Now" button above to submit your application. Make sure your resume highlights relevant experience in Engineering.