Principal Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have extensive experience in software engineering, particularly with search technologies like Elasticsearch. You understand the intricacies of search relevance and have a strong background in enhancing search functionalities. Your expertise allows you to design and implement new features that improve user experience and performance.

You thrive in a collaborative environment, working with globally-distributed teams to solve complex problems. Your ability to communicate effectively across different time zones and cultures is a key asset. You are comfortable with code reviews and value consensus in decision-making processes.

You have a deep understanding of both structured and unstructured data, and you are passionate about leveraging AI to enhance search capabilities. Your experience includes working with large datasets and optimizing search algorithms for better performance.

You are proactive in identifying bugs and resolving issues, ensuring that the search experience remains robust and reliable. You are committed to writing clean, scalable, and efficient code that meets the high standards of the Elastic team.

Desirable

Experience with Lucene is a plus, as it will help you contribute to improving the search experience further. Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and security practices will also be beneficial in this role.

What you'll do

As a Principal Software Engineer I at Elastic, you will focus on enhancing the vector and keyword search functionality within Elasticsearch. You will be responsible for designing and implementing new search features that meet the needs of our users. Your role will involve collaborating with other engineers to improve existing functionalities and ensure the search experience is seamless and efficient.

You will engage in code reviews, providing feedback to your peers and helping to maintain high coding standards across the team. Your contributions will directly impact the performance and reliability of the Elastic Search AI Platform, which is used by many Fortune 500 companies.

You will work closely with product managers and designers to understand user requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Your ability to analyze user feedback and data will guide your development efforts, ensuring that the features you build are aligned with user needs.

You will also be involved in troubleshooting and resolving bugs, ensuring that the search functionality remains robust and user-friendly. Your expertise will help guide the team in making architectural decisions that enhance the overall performance of the search platform.

What we offer

Elastic offers a flexible work environment, allowing you to work remotely while being part of a globally-distributed team. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to a product that is at the forefront of search and AI innovation.

We value collaboration and encourage our engineers to take ownership of their work. You will have the chance to mentor junior engineers and help shape the future of our search technology. Our culture promotes continuous learning and professional growth, providing you with the resources you need to succeed.

Join us at Elastic, where you can make a significant impact on how organizations leverage search and AI to unlock the potential of their data.