Software Engineer – Database Internals

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Design, develop, and implement essential database features for VillageSQL.

• Leverage your expertise in C and C++ to produce efficient, reliable, and maintainable code.

• Architect and construct the extension framework.

• Collaborate closely with the founding team to outline the technical vision, roadmap, and priorities for VillageSQL.

• Engage actively with the open-source community.

• Enhance database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement effective solutions.

• Safeguard the security and integrity of the VillageSQL database.

• Participate in code reviews and advocate for best practices in software development.

• Diagnose and resolve complex technical challenges.

⛳️ Requirements

• 3+ years of professional software engineering experience with a strong emphasis on C and C++ development.

• Profound understanding of relational database management systems (RDBMS) concepts and architecture.

• Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and implement intricate, high-performance systems.

• Experience in developing and integrating extensions, plugins, or modules for database systems is highly desirable.

• Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, operating systems, and computer architecture.

• Familiarity with performance tuning, profiling, and optimization techniques.

• Knowledge of open-source development practices and version control systems (e.g., Git).

• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal abilities.

• Passion for open-source software and a commitment to contributing to a community-driven project.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents or domestic partner.

• 401(k) plan.

• Ample time off programs.

• Generous paid parental leave.

• Life insurance.

• Disability insurance.

• A wellness program.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Pretax commuter programs.