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# Lead Principal Core Infrastructure Engineer

- **Company:** Oracle
- **Location:** Salem, OR, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $146,300.0 - $306,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Firewall, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, DDoS Mitigation, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Architecture, Open Source Technology, Cloud Services, Software Systems, Computer Network Technologies, Information Technology, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Golang
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_oracle6-340224

## About the Role

The ideal candidate excels at collaborating across teams, driving technical direction, and delivering large-scale, robust software systems in a cloud environment. **Responsibilities** **Key Responsibilities:** + Lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of distributed systems that enhance the security and resiliency of OCI's networking services. + Drive the development of L4 and L7 protection services-including DDoS mitigation and Web Application Firewall (WAF)-to protect against a wide array of network and application-layer threats. + Analyze trends in network architecture and the threat landscape to inform system design and enhancements. + Drive improvements in system scalability, reliability, and operational efficiency. + Collaborate with partners across product, security, operations, and engineering to deliver high-visibility solutions. + Define, document, and share architectural approaches, technical best practices, and operational processes. + Provide
mentorship to engineers and help elevate technical standards across the organization. + Foster a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement across all aspects of the product lifecycle. **Requirements:** + Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. + Significant experience (typically 12+ years) in building, scaling, and operating distributed systems or cloud infrastructure. + Working knowledge of network technologies or security principles, with an interest in advancing expertise. + Strong programming skills in one or more major languages (such as Go, Java, C++, Python), especially in the context of systems engineering. + Ability to navigate ambiguity, drive complex technical initiatives, and collaborate effectively across teams. + Demonstrated experience producing high-quality designs and technical documentation. + Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. **Preferred Qualifications:** +
Experience developing security, networking, or large-scale cloud solutions. + Familiarity with automation, monitoring, and operational tooling for highly available services. + Experience with open source technologies or community contributions. + Demonstrated contributions to the technology field (e.g., publications, open source, patents).