Senior Software Engineer

Zencore is a fast-growing company founded by former Google Cloud leaders, architects, and engineers. We are seeking candidates with significant experience in Google Cloud to join our team. Our engagements aim to eliminate obstacles, reduce risk, and accelerate timelines for customers transitioning to Google and seeking assistance with data and application modernization. We embed within customer teams to provide strategic guidance, facilitate technology decisions, and execute projects in a collaborative, co-development style.

As a Senior Software Engineer within our Cloud Engineering team, you will work with fast-paced, innovative companies that are leveraging cloud as a key driver of their transformation. You’ll be embedded within customer teams, acting as a trusted advisor—someone they can rely on to guide them along their journey on Google Cloud.

You’ll collaborate on the design and development of complex cloud-native systems and services, primarily on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and occasionally AWS. Your role will focus on software engineering—this is not a DevOps position. You’ll build and deliver production-grade applications and microservices using Kubernetes, applying modern development practices with Python, Go, or similar languages.

You’ll be expected to engage across a broad spectrum of cloud-native topics, from infrastructure as code to application modernization, serverless platforms, CI/CD, cloud networking, and data systems. Our core toolbox often includes Google Cloud, Kubernetes, and the HashiCorp suite, but we remain flexible—choosing the right tools based on client needs and first-principles thinking.

We are eager to have you onboard and learn from the innovative approaches you've used to solve tough problems.

This role is remote, open to candidates based in Europe.

What You'll Do

• What You’ll DoDesign and implement cloud-native services with Kubernetes, GCP, and modern engineering best practices

• Write high-quality, maintainable code using Python, Go, and other modern languages

• Work directly with customers to understand technical needs and deliver tailored solutions

• Collaborate across cross-functional teams to drive outcomes from concept to deployment

• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform)

• Operate in both GCP and AWS environments (where applicable)

• Optionally apply AI/ML platforms (like Vertex AI) for select use cases

• Stay hands-on and keep learning—Zencore encourages innovation and continuous improvement

Who We Need

• 5+ years of software engineering experience

• Strong, hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform

• Proficiency in building distributed systems and microservices using Kubernetes

• Expertise in Python, Go, or similar high-level programming languages

• Familiarity with DevOps workflows, CI/CD, GitOps, and infrastructure as code

• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and work in fast-moving environments

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Bonus: experience with AWS and cloud-native AI/ML platforms

Why work here...

• We are professionals you can Trust. Our people have the extensive experience to get the job done.

• We share unbiased opinions and are comfortable with the hard truths. You are the subject matter expert for our customers.

• We are the Missing Link. You will connect our customers to Google and move quickly when others can’t.

• We remove uncertainty and risk by clearly outlining the process of cloud migration for our customers.

• We accelerate timelines and do not dwell on a challenge. You’ll move faster and expose “unknown unknowns” for our customers.

• We show empathy. Our customers believe in us because we can relate to their complexities.

How To Succeed

• First rule at Zencore — Be Kind

• Own the process — own your customer’s success by proactive practices

• Work hard to reach the destination, but make sure to enjoy the journey 

• Champion a consistent, collaborative culture 

• Be receptive to feedback

• Challenge the status quo - We are a fully remote company and offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Zencore is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.