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# Staff Software Engineer

- **Company:** KE Technology
- **Location:** London, UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, C++ (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Data Systems, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Ruby, Rust (Programming Language), Event Driven Architecture, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Software Coding, Terraform, Golang
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815167199-staff-software-engineer

## About the Role

* Strong coding skills in Python, Rust, C++ or Go
 * Experience with high-performance or distributed systems
 * Familiarity with Kubernetes, Kafka, AWS, Terraform, and CI/CD
 * A collaborative engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and learning new domains, If you're motivated by solving complex engineering problems and want to help shape the backbone of a global real-time platform, we'd love to hear from you.

## Description

Director - Ruby Specialist at KE Technology

Staff Software Engineer (Python / Rust / C++ / Golang)

? London - Hybrid (3 days onsite)

We're building the next generation of real-time, low-latency data systems - processing billions of transactions globally.

This is a hands-on Staff Engineer role where you'll take on complex challenges in distributed, event-driven architecture, focusing on scale, performance, and reliability.

Why You'll Love It

 * Build and optimise real-time distributed systems at a global scale
 * Lead deep dives into latency, throughput, and observability
 * Stay close to the code while shaping architecture and direction
 * Be part of an engineering-led culture with standout benefits:
 * Full private health insurance
 * Extended maternity and paternity leave
 * In-office chefs providing fresh daily meals
 * Work remotely from anywhere for one month each year

What We're Looking For

 * Strong coding skills in Python, Rust, C++ or Go
 * Experience with high-performance or distributed systems
 * Familiarity with Kubernetes, Kafka, AWS, Terraform, and CI/CD
 * A collaborative engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and learning new domains

Compensation

Up to £160,000 base, 25% performance bonus, and equity, plus full benefits and hybrid flexibility.

If you're motivated by solving complex engineering problems and want to help shape the backbone of a global real-time platform, we'd love to hear from you.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology and Engineering


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