Core Software Engineer (C++) - Remote

4 weeks ago
Full-time
Senior
Software Development
ClickHouse

ClickHouse

ClickHouse provides a fast open source column-oriented database management system that enables users to generate real-time analytical data reports through SQL queries, catering to the needs of industries requiring efficient data processing and analysis.

IT Services
51-250
Founded 2021
$300M raised

Description

  • Analyze and optimize the performance of the core ClickHouse database.
  • Work on query optimization, distributed query optimization, relational operators, caching, and low-level optimizations such as SIMD instructions.
  • Extend and add performance tests using real-world or synthetic datasets to prevent performance regressions.
  • Support the Support Engineering team by debugging advanced customer performance issues.
  • Collaborate with other core engineering teams to assess the performance impact of new features and provide testing guidance.
  • Work with the open-source community by resolving issues, reviewing and finishing pull requests, and answering questions across public channels.
  • Participate in code reviews with patience and attention to detail to support a collaborative open-source culture.

Requirements

  • Solid professional software development experience in C++.
  • Experience with Unix systems.
  • Strong knowledge of database internals and design.
  • Experience in performance engineering, ideally in databases, high-frequency trading, simulation, or real-time data processing.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within and across engineering teams.
  • Solid production debugging skills and strong problem-solving ability.
  • Willingness to work closely with an open-source community.
  • High level of responsibility, ownership, and accountability.
  • Experience with ClickHouse (preferred).
  • Experience in security, privacy, and compliance (preferred).
  • Experience with TCP/IP and network programming (preferred).
  • Experience developing cloud infrastructure services, preferably with Kubernetes (preferred).
  • Experience giving public talks at technical conferences and meetups (preferred).
  • Previous contributions to open source projects (preferred).

Benefits

  • Remote-friendly flexible work environment across more than 20 countries.
  • Employer contributions toward healthcare.
  • Stock options for every new team member.
  • Flexible time off in the US and generous vacation entitlement in other countries.
  • $500 home office setup allowance for remote employees.
  • Opportunities to connect with colleagues at company-wide global offsites.
  • Competitive salary range with possible premium market adjustments in certain locations.

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