Staff Engineer - Edge Protocols

Fastly is an edge cloud platform company that helps customers process, serve, and secure applications at the Internet's edge. The Staff Engineer - Edge Protocols role involves designing and implementing software for network protocols and infrastructure that handles client requests and backend communication.

• Write, test, and deploy C and Rust code for edge protocol systems
• Enhance, maintain, and optimize network software implementing protocols including TLS, HTTP, QUIC, and related technologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape technical roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, and mitigate risks
• Contribute to open source projects such as h2o and picotls
• Mentor and support the professional growth of engineers, fostering knowledge sharing and innovation

• Proven ability to design and implement reliable, scalable, low‑latency systems
• Significant production experience with C, C++, and/or Rust
• At least 7 years of domain‑relevant engineering experience
• Experience with Linux systems and network programming
• Hands‑on experience building and maintaining distributed infrastructure
• Proven ability to mentor and support engineer growth
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with web/Internet protocols such as HTTP, TLS, DNS, TCP/IP, UDP, QUIC
• Understanding of how customers interact with features developed
• Comfort working in geographically distributed and highly available environments
• Proficiency in Perl, Go, or similar high‑level languages

Estimated salary range $211,370–$253,644 annually in the US. Role may be eligible for equity and discretionary bonus programs. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, family planning, mental health support, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, flexible vacation policy, up to 18 days accrued paid sick leave, 11 paid local holidays, and 12 paid company wellness days.