Staff Engineer (Platform Architecture , JetBrains Cloud Platform)
At JetBrains, we’re building an AI-native platform for software development that connects developer workflows, team-level collaboration, and organizational control into a single coherent system. This platform will serve as the execution and governance layer for AI-driven development, deeply integrated with developer tools but designed to work across teams, products, and environments. This is a long-term strategic investment for JetBrains and a key pillar of our vision for the future of software development.
The role
We are looking for a Software Architect (Platform Architecture) to shape the core technical foundations of JetBrains Cloud Platform from the ground up.
This role focuses on the architecture of shared platform capabilities: cross-product services, infrastructure abstractions, integration standards, scalability and reliability principles, and operational foundations (such as security, governance, observability, and cost controls). As this is a new platform, many standards and processes are still works in progress – you will actively influence what good quality looks like and help teams build toward it.
As part of the team, you will:
- Design and evolve the architecture of a cross-product platform that serves as the foundation for AI-driven software development.
- Define architectural principles, standards, and guidelines for platform services and shared foundations.
- Design integration patterns and interfaces between platform services, developer tools, and external systems.
- Ensure architectural decisions support scalability, reliability, security, and observability from the outset.
- Own and drive key platform-level architectural decisions and trade-offs (e.g., service boundaries, data flows, identity, policy, and tenancy).
- Review and validate architectural designs across teams to ensure consistency and long-term sustainability.
- Collaborate with other architects and platform specialists to align on shared decisions and evolve the platform architecture over time.
- Work closely with senior and staff engineers to translate platform requirements into coherent technical designs and implementation plans.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has strong experience in software engineering and system design, especially in complex, distributed systems.
- Has experience defining or significantly shaping the architecture of new platforms or large-scale systems.
- Is able to facilitate and align architectural decisions across multiple teams, balancing different perspectives and constraints.
- Is comfortable working in an environment where many processes and standards are still not fully established.
- Is motivated by long-term goals and prefers building foundations over delivering short-term features.
We’d be particularly thrilled if you:
- Have hands-on experience designing or evolving platforms based on Kubernetes and cloud environments such as AWS.
- Have experience with networking, compute, and storage infrastructure and can reason across application and infrastructure layers.
- Enjoy helping teams converge on good solutions rather than enforcing a single “correct” approach.
Why join JetBrains?
- Strong base salary. We offer competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience.
- Flexible work location. Enjoy the freedom to work from home or from the office.
- Remote work. Spend up to 30 days per year working remotely from abroad.
- Extra time off. More days to relax, recharge, and do the things you love.
- Medical insurance allowance. Enjoy peace of mind for you and your family.
- Learning and development opportunities. Access to conferences, courses, and language classes.
- Relocation support. We help make your move as smooth and stress-free as possible.
- Language classes. Pick up the local language or sharpen your English skills.
- Fuel your day. Enjoy a hot meal or receive a lunch allowance on workdays.
- Mental health support. To help you feel your best, we provide easy access to professional mental health services.
- Sports benefit. Enjoy an on-site gym or sports club stipend.
- Internal events. Join company-wide celebrations and team gatherings.
*Some benefits may vary depending on location.
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