Senior/Lead Software Engineer, Database System

Job Summary

We’re looking for talented Software Engineers to join our team and help drive the development of StarRocks, our high-performance SQL engine purpose-built for composable lakehouses.

About the Role

The role is remote-friendly for senior candidates. PhoenixAI is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain the StarRocks database system, ensuring it meets rigorous performance and reliability standards.
• Implement advanced software features and technology enhancements to keep StarRocks at the forefront as a SQL engine for composable lakehouses.
• Deliver robust, scalable code that meets the demanding technical requirements of major enterprise clients.
• Analyze and address challenges related to fault tolerance, high availability, performance, and scalability.
• Collaborate with external contributors from the open-source community to integrate improvements and ensure that our technology remains cutting-edge and comprehensive.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in developing commercial or open-source software applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related fields is required (Master’s or PhD preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in C++ and Java, with a proven track record in designing and implementing complex functionalities in performance-critical environments.
• Experience with large-scale distributed systems, including transaction management and consistency models.
• Evidence of active participation in open-source projects or a deep understanding of technologies such as StarRocks, Apache Iceberg, Parquet, Spark, Trino, or similar big data solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases and distributed systems.

Skills

• Proficiency in SQL and knowledge of data warehousing concepts.
• Experience with data modeling and optimization techniques.
• Understanding of database architecture and design patterns.
• Experience with testing frameworks and continuous integration tools.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package featuring premium medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
• At least 16 days of PTO, parental leave, health savings options, and access to our employee assistance program.

Pay

The base salary for this role is projected at $160,000 - $240,000 annually, plus eligibility for PhoenixAI's bonus and equity programs.

Schedule

This role is remote-friendly for senior candidates.