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# software engineer sr - ST; Seattle, WA

- **Company:** Starbucks
- **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Continuous Availability, Perl (Programming Language), Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Ruby, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Golang, Programming Languages
- **Published:** May 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://seeker-sp.worksourcewa.com/jobview/GetJob.aspx?JobID=293439177

## About the Role

+ 4-10 years of professional experience in software development or systems engineering

 + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field

 + Preferred programming languages: one or more of Python, Java, Go, C/C++, Ruby, or Perl (especially for automation, tooling, and systems work)

## Description

As a senior or lead Engineer, you'll play a critical role in delivering high-quality, reliable, and secure technology that enables teams across Starbucks to build, release, and operate software with confidence. This advanced role focuses on owning complex engineering capabilities end-to-end-partnering across business and technology teams to improve reliability, scalability, and operational excellence.

As an Engineer, you will...

 + Design and operate reliable systems at scale by implementing high-availability solutions, service monitoring, deep telemetry, and automation to ensure performance, resiliency, and continuous availability.

 + Enable strong engineering delivery by supporting development teams, resolving complex technical and developer issues, and engineering robust build and release processes.

 + Ensure security and compliance by design through stable, secure application and infrastructure solutions, maintaining hardened configurations and baselines, and upholding company policies and regulatory requirements.

 + Influence technical direction and standards by researching and recommending tools, platforms, and best practices, and partnering across teams and vendors to improve outcomes.


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