Hybrid Principal Software Engineer, R2 Storage

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About the role

  • Set the technical direction for critical and complex infrastructure projects
  • Drive large-scale architectural decisions that span multiple teams and services
  • Design and implement systems that operate reliably under heavy load and at massive scale
  • Lead technical investigations and break down ambiguous problems into clear plans of action
  • Collaborate closely with engineers across teams, product managers, and infrastructure stakeholders to align goals and deliver on timelines
  • Be a key contributor to the R2 roadmap — shaping architecture, performance, and reliability
  • Own and maintain foundational infrastructure for Cloudflare’s global network and Developer Platform

Requirements

  • Experience setting the architecture and technical direction for large, cross-team, and cross-functional engineering efforts
  • Strong systems-level programming skills
  • A deep understanding of distributed systems concepts such as consistency, consensus, data replication, and partition tolerance
  • Proven experience building and maintaining high-throughput, low-latency systems
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain technical decisions clearly and drive alignment
  • Comfortable operating in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines and evolving priorities
  • Experience with storage systems, networking, or large-scale cloud infrastructure is a strong plus
  • Authorization to receive software or technology controlled under U.S. export laws without sponsorship for an export license may be required
  • Education optional (Cloudflare hires based on potential and skills)

Benefits

  • Medical/Rx Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter Spending Accounts
  • Fertility & Family Forming Benefits
  • On-demand mental health support and Employee Assistance Program
  • Global Travel Medical Insurance
  • Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Participation Plan
  • Eligible to participate in Cloudflare’s equity plan
  • Flexible paid time off covering vacation and sick leave
  • Leave programs including parental, pregnancy health, medical, and bereavement leave

Job title

Principal Software Engineer, R2 Storage

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$230,000 - $286,000 per year

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

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