Salesforce
Software Engineering Principal Member of Technical Staff
Salesforce, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
Slack is seeking a visionary Principal Member of Technical Staff to architect and unify the future of our Source Control Management (SCM) and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) systems. This is a strategic leadership role to create a cohesive, long-term vision that spans all platforms and technologies, unifying CI/CD across multiple teams and influencing the SCM and CI/CD roadmap for the entire company. You will be the thought leader responsible for developer velocity at Slack, mentoring engineers and driving a technical vision that impacts the engineering organization. We are a deeply technical team that lives and breathes Infrastructure as Code, leveraging a stack including AWS, Terraform, Chef, Ansible, Go, and Python. One team supports macOS and Windows environments powering CI/CD for mobile and desktop applications on AWS; the other team manages our on-premise GitHub Enterprise server and the Linux infrastructure for Buildkite and GitHub Actions CI workers. What you will do and the kind of impact you will have include defining and driving a unified technical vision for SCM and CI/CD, architecting scalable and observable infrastructure, harmonizing CI fleets across Linux, macOS, and Windows, and pioneering AI/ML integration into pipelines to boost developer productivity. Responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations are outlined below. Responsibilities
Define and drive a unified technical vision and long-term strategy for both Source Control Management (SCM) and CI/CD infrastructure across all of Slack. Architect and lead the implementation of scalable, observable, and resilient infrastructure across a hybrid environment of public cloud (AWS) using Infrastructure as Code principles (Terraform, Chef, Ansible) and on-premise systems. Harmonize the technology and processes used across Linux, macOS, and Windows CI fleets, driving toward shared standards, tooling, and observability (KPIs). Pioneer the integration of AI/ML technologies into CI/CD pipelines to enhance developer productivity, automate complex workflows, and create "self-driving" build and deployment systems. Act as a technical leader and mentor for engineers across multiple teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. Lead complex, cross-functional projects from conception to completion with alignment to company objectives, collaborating with stakeholders across the organization. Improve and maintain existing services, balancing forward-looking strategic work with operational excellence (KTLO) to keep developers productive. Participate in on-call rotation to ensure reliability and availability of critical developer-facing systems. Experience and Qualifications
Extensive experience (10+ years for Staff) in a DevOps, Infrastructure, or Site Reliability Engineering role, with a proven track record of architecting and managing large-scale, mission-critical systems across Linux, macOS, and Windows. Deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS, with strong command of Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, Chef, or Ansible. Experience managing and scaling Source Control Management systems (e.g., GitHub Enterprise) is highly desirable. Proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as Go, Python, or Bash. Hands-on experience with modern CI/CD systems (e.g., Buildkite, GitHub Actions, CircleCI) and a passion for improving developer workflows and productivity. Forward-thinking mindset with interest in applying AI/ML to developer tooling and infrastructure challenges. Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to mentor engineers, drive consensus, and articulate a clear technical vision to technical and non-technical audiences. Pragmatic problem-solver who thrives in ambiguity and demonstrates bias for action in a fast-paced environment. Compensation and Benefits
For Washington-based roles, the base salary range is $211,500 to $306,600. For California-based roles, the base salary range is $230,800 to $334,600. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits including time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. Details about benefits are available at https://www.salesforcebenefits.com. The compensation information provided is a general guide and may vary by location and other factors. Accommodations
If you require assistance due to a disability applying for open positions please submit a request via the Accommodations Request Form. Equal Opportunity Statement
Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non-discrimination with all employees and applicants for employment. Recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and all employment actions are based on merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or other classifications protected by law. This policy applies to current and prospective employees, regardless of location. Salesforce is committed to fair hiring and opportunities for all. Posting is subject to applicable law. For the United States, compensation offers consider location, job level, knowledge, skills, and experience. Some roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Additional
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Slack is seeking a visionary Principal Member of Technical Staff to architect and unify the future of our Source Control Management (SCM) and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) systems. This is a strategic leadership role to create a cohesive, long-term vision that spans all platforms and technologies, unifying CI/CD across multiple teams and influencing the SCM and CI/CD roadmap for the entire company. You will be the thought leader responsible for developer velocity at Slack, mentoring engineers and driving a technical vision that impacts the engineering organization. We are a deeply technical team that lives and breathes Infrastructure as Code, leveraging a stack including AWS, Terraform, Chef, Ansible, Go, and Python. One team supports macOS and Windows environments powering CI/CD for mobile and desktop applications on AWS; the other team manages our on-premise GitHub Enterprise server and the Linux infrastructure for Buildkite and GitHub Actions CI workers. What you will do and the kind of impact you will have include defining and driving a unified technical vision for SCM and CI/CD, architecting scalable and observable infrastructure, harmonizing CI fleets across Linux, macOS, and Windows, and pioneering AI/ML integration into pipelines to boost developer productivity. Responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations are outlined below. Responsibilities
Define and drive a unified technical vision and long-term strategy for both Source Control Management (SCM) and CI/CD infrastructure across all of Slack. Architect and lead the implementation of scalable, observable, and resilient infrastructure across a hybrid environment of public cloud (AWS) using Infrastructure as Code principles (Terraform, Chef, Ansible) and on-premise systems. Harmonize the technology and processes used across Linux, macOS, and Windows CI fleets, driving toward shared standards, tooling, and observability (KPIs). Pioneer the integration of AI/ML technologies into CI/CD pipelines to enhance developer productivity, automate complex workflows, and create "self-driving" build and deployment systems. Act as a technical leader and mentor for engineers across multiple teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. Lead complex, cross-functional projects from conception to completion with alignment to company objectives, collaborating with stakeholders across the organization. Improve and maintain existing services, balancing forward-looking strategic work with operational excellence (KTLO) to keep developers productive. Participate in on-call rotation to ensure reliability and availability of critical developer-facing systems. Experience and Qualifications
Extensive experience (10+ years for Staff) in a DevOps, Infrastructure, or Site Reliability Engineering role, with a proven track record of architecting and managing large-scale, mission-critical systems across Linux, macOS, and Windows. Deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS, with strong command of Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, Chef, or Ansible. Experience managing and scaling Source Control Management systems (e.g., GitHub Enterprise) is highly desirable. Proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as Go, Python, or Bash. Hands-on experience with modern CI/CD systems (e.g., Buildkite, GitHub Actions, CircleCI) and a passion for improving developer workflows and productivity. Forward-thinking mindset with interest in applying AI/ML to developer tooling and infrastructure challenges. Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to mentor engineers, drive consensus, and articulate a clear technical vision to technical and non-technical audiences. Pragmatic problem-solver who thrives in ambiguity and demonstrates bias for action in a fast-paced environment. Compensation and Benefits
For Washington-based roles, the base salary range is $211,500 to $306,600. For California-based roles, the base salary range is $230,800 to $334,600. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits including time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. Details about benefits are available at https://www.salesforcebenefits.com. The compensation information provided is a general guide and may vary by location and other factors. Accommodations
If you require assistance due to a disability applying for open positions please submit a request via the Accommodations Request Form. Equal Opportunity Statement
Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non-discrimination with all employees and applicants for employment. Recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and all employment actions are based on merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or other classifications protected by law. This policy applies to current and prospective employees, regardless of location. Salesforce is committed to fair hiring and opportunities for all. Posting is subject to applicable law. For the United States, compensation offers consider location, job level, knowledge, skills, and experience. Some roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Additional
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