*This role is fully remote from anywhere but must work GMT
Hi! We’re Search Atlas, a SaaS B2B company focused on engineering products and services that help businesses improve their performance on Google. We are a rapidly growing organization with clients from Fortune 500 companies to leading Silicon Valley tech startups.
We are looking for a Principal Engineer, Stability & Performance to help us optimize and scale our systems to ensure a seamless experience for our users.
About the Role
As our Principal Engineer, Stability & Performance, you will play a critical role in improving the reliability, efficiency, and performance of our platform. This role is ideal for a seasoned Django developer with strong DevOps experience who thrives in a proactive environment focused on system optimization and performance enhancement.
Responsibilities:
- Identify and resolve stability and performance issues before they impact users.
- Optimize database queries, API performance, and overall system efficiency.
- Develop and implement monitoring and alerting systems to detect potential issues early.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance application reliability and scalability.
- Work within our DevOps stack, primarily using Google Cloud Platform and Kubernetes.
- Leverage monitoring tools like Grafana to analyze system health and performance trends.
Requirements:
- Experience in high-growth SaaS startups is a must.
- 5+ years of professional experience with Django and Python.
- Solid experience with DevOps tools and infrastructure (Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, Terraform, or similar technologies).
- Strong debugging and profiling skills to diagnose performance bottlenecks.
- Proficiency in monitoring and alerting using tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, or equivalent.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying issues.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with remote teams.
Benefits
- 11 Days paid vacation + Christmas Day & New Years Day paid off
Salary
- $4,000-$6,000USD/monthly
Life at Search Atlas Group
At Search Atlas Group, we are committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class services and software. From community volunteer days, socially conscious initiatives, and team lunches and outings, our office reflects our team’s diverse interests.
We’re a growing team of diverse professionals, however, we all share the same goals: to be a part of a company that’s on the edge of digital marketing, to make the world a better place, and to have fun doing it. Our team culture is one of fast-paced innovation, where each person is empowered to take on their own ambitious projects, with the support of their teammates. We’ve got plenty of perks, but the biggest one is working with other energetic high-achievers.
We are very proud of the kind, inclusive, and collaborative company culture we have built and have been very lucky to be recognized by both national and local industry leaders:
- 2023 + 2022 Inc. 5000 List of the Fastest-Growing Companies in America
- Nevada’s Top Workplaces -Best New Ideas
- Best Start-Up Agency (U.S. Search Awards)
- Top B2B Companies (Clutch)
- Inc’s On The Rise and Best Places to Work (Inc. Magazine)
- Great Place to Work Certified (Great Place to Work)
Here's a look into our core values:
1. Collaborative and Highly Engaged
Work is where we invest a big chunk of our lives. And hey, we're all about making that time awesome! Picture this: we're not just coworkers; we're like a squad that's always got each other's backs. We're all about cheering each other on, sharing what we know, and picking each other up when things get messy. Plus, we're big on being real with each other, so there's no room for office drama or gossip. We're all about that good vibes-only vibe!
2. Pursues Excellence
We're not just about doing our jobs; we're on a mission to master our craft. With a growth mindset and a desire to learn and grow, we're relentless in our pursuit of excellence. Mediocrity? Nah, not our style. We're all about raising the bar and becoming the absolute best in our field. Smashing goals? It's our fuel. And we do it all together, thriving on shared success.
3. I can figure it out/Google it attitude
Hey, nobody's got all the answers, right? That's why our team rocks - because they're all about that thirst for knowledge and the know-how to quench it. Thanks to the vast wonders of the internet, there's practically nothing we can't figure out. Stumped on something? No sweat, just dive into the Google pool!
We're a crew of go-getters, always ready to tackle challenges head-on. While we thrive on collaboration, we're also no strangers to taking the reins and finding solutions independently.
4. Innovative
We're all about agility, evolution, and innovation. Flexibility is our middle name—we're constantly refining, experimenting, and pushing boundaries. New ideas? Bring 'em on! Creativity is our secret sauce, and thinking outside the box is just how we roll. Forget about the status quo; we're all about embracing change. We're not attached to an old way of doing things - We're attached to winning.
5. Student Mentality
We dedicate ourselves to uplifting each other and pushing Search Atlas onwards and upwards (to the moon!). Mistakes and rough days happen to everyone, but we approach them with understanding and trust in each other's good intentions. Our team remains grounded and committed, persistently striving to improve. Mistakes are opportunities for growth; we embrace them, learn from them, and continually evolve as a result.