[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)[![Cision logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/08/e9661342-221.jpeg)](https://jobicy.com/company/cision.md)[Cision](https://jobicy.com/company/cision.md) # Staff Software Engineer Review the role, location requirements, compensation details, and application process before deciding whether this opportunity fits your next career move. [Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/cision.md)ShareRemote from[Bulgaria](https://jobicy.com/job-region/bulgaria.md)SalaryUndisclosedDepartment[Software Engineering](https://jobicy.com/categories/engineering.md)EmploymentFull TimeExperienceSeniorPublished21 Oct 2026Apply before20 Nov 2026Listing views31Application actions1Application toolkit ## Make your next move. Prepare your resume, explore your fit, and draft a cover letter for this opportunity. AI Summary ## The role, at a glance. Cision is hiring a Staff Software Engineer to lead development of internal developer-experience tools and platforms. The role focuses on improving coding, testing, build, and deployment workflows through custom tooling, CI/CD infrastructure, and cloud-native development environments. The engineer will partner with platform and product engineering teams, shape technical architecture, and evaluate open-source solutions. This is a senior technical leadership position that includes mentoring engineers, setting delivery standards, and helping define secure, scalable AI practices for the developer ecosystem. Candidates must reside in Bulgaria, while the role is explicitly remote. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 5/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 4/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 5/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 4/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThis staff-level role requires broad technical depth across software engineering, DevOps, platform architecture, CI/CD, containers, and cloud infrastructure. It also carries cross-team influence, mentoring, and responsibility for scalable internal engineering standards. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles. Estimated job median (per year)Market rate$85,000US market range (per year)$70k–$105k0$115.50k AI insightThe yearly pay period is inferred from the job context; it was not explicitly stated by the employer. No employer compensation is disclosed. The yearly cadence and USD market estimate are inferred for a remote Staff Software Engineer / Developer Experience role based in Bulgaria; these are AI estimates, not verified salary research. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. 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I would prioritize initiatives by expected impact, user reach, implementation effort, and alignment with platform standards, then validate outcomes through pilot teams and measurable adoption targets. Describe how you would improve an unreliable CI/CD pipeline. I would first map the pipeline stages and use logs and metrics to identify frequent failures, bottlenecks, flaky tests, and unnecessary dependencies. I would make builds reproducible, isolate tests, introduce caching and parallel execution where appropriate, improve observability, and establish clear ownership and rollback procedures. What principles guide your design of an internal developer platform? I focus on self-service workflows, secure defaults, clear documentation, consistent APIs, and low cognitive load for users. The platform should offer useful golden paths without blocking justified exceptions, and it should be treated as a product with feedback loops, reliability objectives, and versioned interfaces. How have you mentored engineers while maintaining high technical standards? I use collaborative design reviews, constructive code-review feedback, pairing, and clear examples of expected patterns. I tailor guidance to each engineer’s experience level, explain the reasoning behind decisions, and create opportunities for ownership while remaining available for architectural support. How would you establish secure standards for AI tools used in the developer workflow? I would define approved use cases, data-classification rules, access controls, vendor and model evaluation criteria, and audit requirements. I would also provide safe integration patterns, prevent sensitive code or credentials from being exposed, monitor usage, and review standards regularly as models and risks evolve. Opportunity details ## About this role. At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you’ll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate. Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you’re solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow. Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you. Staff Software Engineer – DevX We’re looking for an accomplished Staff Software Engineer (DevX) to drive the development of tools and platforms that enhance our developers’ experience. In this role, you’ll build and integrate software solutions that streamline coding, testing, and deployment processes, making our engineering teams more effective and efficient. You will collaborate closely with other engineers to identify workflow bottlenecks and implement innovative solutions, acting as a technical leader in shaping our internal development ecosystem. Reporting to the DevX Manager (Observability & DevX), you’ll also mentor other engineers and uphold best practices in code quality, automation, and performance. What You’ll Do * Design and develop internal software tools, services, and frameworks that improve the developer experience (e.g. custom CLI tools, development environment enhancements, test automation frameworks). * Work with engineering teams to gather requirements and feedback for developer tools, then iterate on solutions to ensure they address real-world needs. * Improve and maintain our CI/CD pipeline code and infrastructure, ensuring build and deployment processes are efficient, reliable, and scalable. * Contribute to the architecture of our developer platform by evaluating new technologies and integrating open-source solutions to enhance productivity. * Mentor and guide other software engineers in using DevX tools and adopting best practices for efficient software delivery. * Ensure all DevX solutions are well-documented, maintainable, and secure; actively participate in code reviews and design discussions to uphold high standards. * Partner with engineering teams to define and enforce AI standards within the developer ecosystem, ensuring consistent, scalable, and secure adoption of AI-driven solutions. Essential Skills & Experience * 7–10 years’ experience in Software Engineering or DevOps roles, with a focus on building developer tooling or platforms. * Expert programming skills in one or more languages (such as Python, Java, Go, or C#), with the ability to write clean, maintainable code for internal tools and services. * Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and build/release processes, including familiarity with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions. * Solid understanding of software development best practices (version control, code reviews, automated testing) and experience integrating these into automated workflows. * Proficiency with containerization and cloud infrastructure (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/GCP) to support on-demand development and testing environments. * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and frameworks that improve developer productivity. * Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach, with experience mentoring engineers or leading technical projects to successful outcomes. Preferred (Not Essential) * Contributions to open-source developer tools or active involvement in the developer community. * Experience with developer experience platforms or tools (e.g. Backstage, Atlassian suite) is a plus. If you’re a “developer’s developer” who loves creating tools that make engineering teams happier and more productive, we’d love to have you on board. Apply today and help us build a top-notch development ecosystem at Cision! Please note that this position is only available to candidates who are currently residing in Bulgaria. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applicants outside of the country. As a global leader in PR, marketing and social media management technology and intelligence, Cision helps brands and organizations around the world connect with customers and stakeholders to drive results. By leveraging PR Newswire’s vast influencer network, comprehensive monitoring and analytics, and our Brandwatch and Falcon.io social platforms, we offer an unparalleled suite of solutions for modern communicators. Cision’s team operates in 24 countries across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. Discover more at cision.com and follow @Cision on Twitter. Cision is the global leader in consumer and media intelligence, engagement, and communication solutions. We equip PR and corporate communications, marketing, and social media professionals with the tools they need to excel in today’s data driven world. 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Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the [CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge](https://www.ceoaction.com/ceos/?Page=1&CompanyLetters=C&Sort=Alphabetical) and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by [DiversityJobs.com](https://diversityjobs.com/). Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses. Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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