Desktop Sync Software Engineer

Join to apply for the Desktop Sync Software Engineer role at Dropbox Dropbox is a Virtual First company. For this role, we are currently only authorized to hire candidates from Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Saskatchewan. Company Description Dropbox isn’t just a workplace—it’s a living lab for more enlightened ways of working. We’re a global community of bold visionaries and resourceful doers who are shaping the future of Dropbox—and with it the future of work. Our Virtual First model combines the autonomy of a distributed workplace with the power of human connection, making space for both meaningful work and meaningful relationships. With our start-up mindset and enterprise-level opportunities, you can be who you are and grow into who you’re meant to be. Here, you can own your impact to make work more intuitive, joyful, and human—for you as a Dropboxer and for hundreds of millions of people worldwide. If you're ready to push boundaries—and yourself—Dropbox is ready for you. Team Description The Dropbox Engineering Team builds the technology that creates more enlightened ways of working for hundreds of millions of people. Every day, our platforms—including Dropbox Dash, Dropbox Sign, and our core sync engine—handle over a billion files for users worldwide, creating engineering challenges as great as the opportunity for impact. Our software engineering team uses a range of technologies to solve interesting problems, including Python, React, Node.js, JavaScript, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Android development. We think like a startup but build for an enterprise, exploring new possibilities that transform how people work. If you’re excited about turning complex technical challenges into intuitive solutions at scale, join our Engineering team. Areas of work include Machine Learning Engineers, Infrastructure Engineer, Product SWE Frontend and Backend, Mobile Software Engineers (iOS and Android), Engineering Manager, Data Engineer, Software Development Engineer in Test, Security Engineering, Site Reliability Engineer, Technical Program Managers, Network Engineer, Datacenter Engineer, Technical Supply Chain Manager and more. Role Description We’re the team that makes Dropbox “just work.” Core Sync owns the Sync Engine that moves your files safely to the cloud and back to every device—quietly, quickly, and reliably. Nucleus written in Rust is a big reason Dropbox stands out, and we’re investing to make it better. Our mission: keep content seamlessly in sync and build new sync features fast and with confidence. You’ll help turn tricky concurrency and filesystem problems into “it just works” moments that millions rely on. If you like chasing down p99s, eliminating edge‑case conflicts, and shipping improvements that millions feel but rarely notice, you’ll love working here. Our Engineering Career Framework is viewable by anyone outside the company and describes what’s expected for our engineers at each of our career levels. Check out our blog post on this topic and more here. Responsibilities You will design and build software capable of reaching millions of daily users. You will partner with product managers and analysts to deeply understand the needs of our users and build sync experiences that serve those needs. You will develop and execute against both short and long‑term roadmaps, making effective tradeoffs between business impact, user experience, and a high‑quality technical foundation. You will improve the team and company – you will be an active participant in our culture (mentorship, interviewing, and new initiatives). You will support your fellow engineers through feedback, code reviews, and advancement of internal tools and processes. Many teams at Dropbox run Services with on‑call rotations, which entails being available for calls during both core and non‑core business hours. If a team has an on‑call rotation, all engineers on the team are expected to participate in the rotation as part of their employment. Applicants are encouraged to ask for more details of the rotations to which the applicant is applying. Requirements 5+ years of experience in software engineering or related industry roles. BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field involving coding (e.g., physics or mathematics), or equivalent technical experience. Demonstrated success in developing and deploying large‑scale web applications with a user‑focused approach. Proficiency in building user‑facing software and supporting web/desktop systems and libraries. Ability to handle full‑stack projects and deliver minimum viable products efficiently. Willingness to participate in on‑call rotations if required by the team. Preferred Qualifications Highly skilled at developing and debugging in Rust, C++. Experience with operating system internals, filesystems, databases, compiler. Knowledge of Python. Proven software engineering skills across multiple languages. Compensation Canada Pay Range: $168,300—$227,700 CAD. The range listed above is the expected annual salary/OTE for this role, subject to change. Salary/OTE is just one component of Dropbox’s total rewards package. All regular employees are also eligible for the corporate bonus program or a sales incentive (target included in OTE) as well as stock in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). Benefits Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage* Retirement savings through a defined contribution pension or savings plan** Flexible PTO/Paid Time Off, paid holidays, Volunteer Time Off, and more, allowing you time to unplug, unwind, and refresh. Income Protection Plans: Life and disability insurance* Business Travel Protection: Travel medical and accident insurance* Perks Allowance to be used on what matters most to you, whether that’s wellness, learning and development, food and groceries, and much more. Parental benefits including: Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Adoptions and Surrogacy support, and Lactation support. Mental health and wellness benefits. Additional Benefits Details Are Available Upon Request. Where group plans are not available, allowances may be provided. Benefit, amount, and type are dependent on geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy. Dropbox supports responsible use of AI for preparation, but misrepresentation of skills or experience is not permitted. See our AI philosophy. Dropbox is an equal opportunity employer. We are a welcoming place for everyone, and we do our best to make sure all people feel supported and connected at work. A big part of that effort is our support for members and allies of internal groups like Asians at Dropbox, BlackDropboxers, enABLE, TODOS (Latinx), Pridebox (LGBTQ), Vets at Dropbox, and Women at Dropbox. #J-18808-Ljbffr