Job Url: https://www.glassdoor.com/Job/united-states-python-jobs-SRCH_IL.0,13_IN1_KO14,20.htm?remoteWorkType=1&fromAge=3 Job Description: enior Infrastructure Software Engineer, Build Toolchains Apply on employer site Remote · $241K - $326K (Employer provided) Apply on employer site Your qualifications for this job Do you have any of these qualifications? JavaScript Go Software development Doctoral degree Show more Role Description As an Infrastructure Engineer in Build Toolchains team, your role will be crucial in shaping technical strategy and and development of large scale distributed build systems that not only support our current flagship products but also lay the groundwork for the next wave of engineering innovations. From optimizing build infrastructure and developer experiences across various platforms to ensuring seamless scalability and efficiency, you'll be at the forefront of shaping the technological backbone of our developer productivity organization. Collaborating closely with engineering teams and leaders, you'll leverage your expertise to tackle audacious challenges and push the boundaries of what's possible. Your contributions will directly impact hundreds of developers at Dropbox 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 what’s expected for our engineers at each of our career levels. Check out our blog post on this topic and more here . Responsibilities Build infrastructure for developer productivity systems that power daily workflows of hundreds of engineers executing hundreds of thousands of builds and hundreds of millions of test cases everyday. Measure and optimize system performance and drive expansion and adoption of Bazel and Remote Build execution technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional team and engineering teams to innovate and implement solutions that enhance the performance, reliability, and security of Dropbox's infrastructure, ensuring a seamless experience for developers and Dropbox users. Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to cultivate a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the infrastructure engineering team. Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously enhance Dropbox's infrastructure and maintain a competitive edge in the market. Many teams at Dropbox run Services with on-call rotations, which entails being available for calls during both core and non-core business hours. If a team has an on-call rotation, all engineers on the team are expected to participate in the rotation as part of their employment. Applicants are encouraged to ask for more details of the rotations to which the applicant is applying. 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/C++, or Java Proficiency with operating system internals, filesystems, databases, networks, and compilers. Proven track record of defining & delivering well-scoped milestones/projects Ability to independently define right solutions for ambiguous, open-ended problems Expertise in Bazel Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of experience in designing large scale distributed build systems Proven track record of addressing developer tooling challenges in large engineering organizations. Compensation US Zone 1 $240,600—$325,500 USD US Zone 2 $216,500—$292,900 USD US Zone 3 $192,400—$260,400 USD The range(s) 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 Dropbox’s 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). Dropbox takes a number of factors into account when determining individual starting pay, including job and level they are hired into, location/metropolitan area, skillset, and peer compensation. We target most new hire offers between the minimum up to the middle of the range. Dropbox uses the zip code of an employee’s remote work location to determine which metropolitan pay range we use. Current US Zone locations are as follows: US Zone 1: San Francisco metro, New York City metro, or Seattle metro US Zone 2: Austin (TX) metro, Chicago metro, California (outside SF metro), Colorado, Connecticut (outside NYC metro), Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York (outside NYC metro), Oregon, Pennsylvania (outside NYC or DC metro), Washington DC metro, and West Virginia (DC metro) US Zone 3: All other US locations Dropbox is a Virtual First company and is open to hiring candidates in all authorized locations. Company Description Dropbox isn’t just a workplace—it’s a living lab for more enlightened ways of working. We're a global community of bold visionaries and resourceful doers who are shaping the future of Dropbox—and with it the future of work. Our Virtual First model combines the autonomy of a distributed workplace with the power of human connection, making space for both meaningful work and meaningful relationships. With our start-up mindset and enterprise-level opportunities, you can be who you are and grow into who you’re meant to be. Here, you can own your impact to make work more intuitive, joyful, and human—for you as a Dropboxer and for hundreds of millions of people worldwide. If you're ready to push boundaries—and yourself— Dropbox is ready for you. Team Description The Dropbox Engineering Team builds the technology that creates more enlightened ways of working for hundreds of millions of people. Every day, our platforms—including Dropbox Dash, Dropbox Sign, and our core sync engine—handle over a billion files for users worldwide, creating engineering challenges as great as the opportunity for impact. Our software engineering team uses a range of technologies to solve interesting problems, including Python, React, Node.js, JavaScript, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Android development. We think like a startup but build for an enterprise, exploring new possibilities that transform how people work. If you're excited about turning complex technical challenges into intuitive solutions at scale, join our Engineering team. Areas of work include Machine Learning Engineers, Infrastructure Engineer, Product SWE Frontend and Backend, Mobile Software Engineers (iOS and Android), Engineering Manager, Data Engineer, Software Development Engineer in Test, Security Engineering, Site Reliability Engineer, Technical Program Managers, Network Engineer, Datacenter Engineer, Technical Supply Chain Manager and more. Benefits Dropbox is committed to investing in the holistic health and wellbeing of all Dropboxers and their families. Our benefits and perks programs include, but are not limited to: Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting Flexible PTO/Paid Time Off, paid holidays, Volunteer Time Off, and more, allowing you time to unplug, unwind, and refresh Income Protection Plans: Life and disability insurance Business Travel Protection: Travel medical and accident insurance Perks Allowance to be used on what matters most to you, whether that’s wellness, learning and development, food and groceries, and much more Parental benefits including: Parental Leave, Child and Adult Care, Day Care FSA, Fertility Benefits, Adoption and Surrogacy Support, and Lactation Support Access to over 10,000 global co-working spaces through Gable.to , making it easy to book flexible workspaces for collaboration or individual work Quarterly Cell phone and internet allowance Mental health and wellness benefits Disability and neurodivergence support benefits Additional benefit details are available upon request. 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. A big part of that effort is our support for members and allies of internal groups like Asians at Dropbox, BlackDropboxers, enABLE, TODOS (Latinx), Pridebox (LGBTQ), Vets at Dropbox, and Women at Dropbox. Show more Base pay range The minimum salary is $241K and the max salary is $326K. $241K – $326K/yr (Employer provided) $283K /yr Median Remote If an employer includes a salary or salary range on their job, we display it as "Employer Provided". If a job has no salary data, Glassdoor displays a "Glassdoor Estimate" if available. To learn more about "Glassdoor Estimates," see our FAQ page. Related community posts Dropbox back end engineer Associate 5mo Dropbox is reincorporating to Nevada. That follows the Elon companies reincorporating to Texas. 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Ask for advice Company overview Size 1001 to 5000 Employees Founded 2007 Type Company - Public Industry Enterprise Software & Network Solutions Sector Information Technology Revenue Unknown / Non-Applicable Dropbox ratings 4.0 74 % Recommend to a friend 62 % Approve of CEO Drew Houston 1,000 Ratings Career Opportunities 3.7 Comp & Benefits 4.6 Culture & Values 4.2 Senior Management 3.2 Work/Life Balance 4.3 Dropbox reviews by back end engineer Pros "Virtual first is a great benefit and there is a lot of support for remote work." (in 193 reviews) "Great culture built around contribution and impact." (in 258 reviews) "The people we work with are really great" (in 268 reviews) "Work life balance is great and the virtual" (in 171 reviews) "Competitive pay great work" (in 150 reviews) Cons "Cutting benefits, used be industry leading, now below average" (in 193 reviews) "averse culture" (in 258 reviews) "People are unhappy." 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