[Remote] Staff Engineer - Backend Java

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Illumio is the leader in ransomware and breach containment, redefining how organizations contain cyberattacks and enable operational resilience. The role involves delivering cloud architecture solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing cloud-based systems for performance and security.ResponsibilitiesDeliver cloud architecture that solves the business problem and balance architecture and business marginsCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product manager, developers, DevOps engineers to understand business requirements and architect scalable cloud solutionsDesign, deploy, and manage cloud-based architecture using industry best practices, focusing on efficiency, scalability, availability, performance, and securityEvaluate and select appropriate cloud technologies, platforms, and tools, including Kubernetes, to meet the company's needs and drive innovationOptimize cloud-based systems for high availability, fault tolerance, and disaster recoveryImplement and manage monitoring, logging, and alerting systems to ensure the health and performance of the cloud infrastructureIdentify and resolve performance bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and other operational issues in the cloud environmentStay up-to-date with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in cloud computing, distributed systems, and cyber securitySkillsProven experience as a Cloud Architect or a similar role, designing and implementing cloud-based solutions in a production environmentAWS / Azure / GCP cloud experience: Extensively used one of these platforms at the API/programming levelExperience with networking and security controls is a plusExperience in one or more programming languages: Java, PythonREST API client experienceStrong expertise in cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)In-depth knowledge of Kubernetes and containerization technologiesBuilt highly scalable distributed system from ground upExperience with building highly scalable and resilient cloud servicesExcellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skillsStrong communication and collaboration abilitiesAbility to work in an agile environment and drive initiatives with clarity and purposeCloudFormation, Terraform are nice to haveWorking knowledge of spring or similar ecosystemsKnowledge of Kubernetes and docker containers is good to haveGang of four design patternsCompany OverviewIllumio is a cybersecurity platform specializing in breach containment and Zero Trust segmentation across hybrid environments. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.illumio.com.Company H1B SponsorshipIllumio has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 5 in 2026, 43 in 2025, 24 in 2024, 21 in 2023, 12 in 2022, 19 in 2021, 24 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.