PRINCIPAL DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Escrow-Tech

Job Overview

Location

Remote

Employment Type

Contract

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Sector

Information Technology & Software

Experience Level

Executive (12+ years)

Application Deadline

August 19, 2026

About the Company

This role is with a leading technology infrastructure project in Nigeria, focused on building a Tier-III Sovereign Data Centre and a nationwide Distributed Edge Compute Network. The company is committed to developing advanced, secure, and scalable platforms that will support next-generation digital services. The engagement is for an Independent Retainer contract, with a focus on milestone-based compensation, highlighting a project-driven and results-oriented environment.

Job Description

Are you passionate about building distributed systems that power large-scale cloud infrastructure? Do you thrive on solving complex engineering problems, designing resilient backend architectures, and creating technology that delivers real-world impact?

This is your opportunity to join one of Nigeria’s most ambitious technology infrastructure projects. We are seeking a Principal Distributed Systems Engineer to lead the design and development of the core technology behind a Tier-III Sovereign Data Centre and a nationwide Distributed Edge Compute Network.

This role is ideal for a highly skilled engineer who enjoys working on high-performance systems, mathematical optimisation, cloud infrastructure, cryptographic security, and enterprise-grade backend platforms. You will architect and build mission-critical systems from the ground up, including a Mixed-Integer Linear Programming (MILP) Workload Optimisation Engine, a SHA-256 Immutable Billing Ledger, advanced PostgreSQL Row-Level Security (RLS) for multi-tenant environments, and a Distributed Edge Compute Orchestrator capable of managing workloads across thousands of nodes.

This is more than a software engineering role—it is an opportunity to influence the future of sovereign cloud infrastructure, helping to build secure, scalable, and resilient platforms that will support next-generation digital services.

To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.

Required Skills

Distributed Systems EngineeringPython Backend DevelopmentPostgreSQLMulti-Tenant Database ArchitectureKubernetesDockerCloud InfrastructureMathematical Optimisation (MILP)CryptographySecure Data SystemsHigh-Performance Backend PlatformsEdge ComputingInfrastructure Engineering

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement high-performance distributed backend systems.
Develop a production-grade MILP optimisation engine for real-time compute workload allocation.
Build a blockchain-inspired SHA-256 immutable billing ledger with tamper detection.
Implement advanced PostgreSQL Row-Level Security (RLS) to guarantee complete tenant data isolation.
Design and deploy a distributed edge compute orchestration platform.
Lead production deployment, load testing, performance optimisation, and technical knowledge transfer.

Qualifications

Strong experience in Distributed Systems Engineering.
Proficiency in Python Backend Development.
Expertise in PostgreSQL & Multi-Tenant Database Architecture.
Experience with Kubernetes, Docker & Cloud Infrastructure.
Knowledge of Mathematical Optimisation (MILP).
Understanding of Cryptography & Secure Data Systems.
Experience with High-Performance Backend Platforms.
Familiarity with Edge Computing & Infrastructure Engineering.
Backgrounds in Cloud Infrastructure, FinTech, Quantitative Trading, Operational Research, AI Infrastructure, or Large-Scale SaaS Platforms are strongly encouraged.

Benefits & Perks

Highly Competitive Compensation
Fully Furnished & Serviced Accommodation (Victoria Island/Ikoyi)
Dedicated Pool Car & Driver
Comprehensive International Health Insurance
Visa Processing & Incoming International Flight Sponsored

How to Apply

Send your CV and a concise technical portfolio showcasing relevant work.

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The Nigerian technology sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, particularly in sovereign cloud infrastructure and distributed systems. This role is central to architecting and developing the core technology for a Tier-III Sovereign Data Centre and a nationwide Distributed Edge Compute Network. It requires expertise in high-performance systems, mathematical optimization, cloud infrastructure, cryptographic security, and enterprise-grade backend platforms. The impact of this role is significant, shaping the future of digital services and ensuring secure, scalable, and resilient platforms.