
About Yugabyte
The cloud-native database for modern applications
Key Highlights
- Raised $290 million in Series C funding
- Headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA with 201-500 employees
- Over 400 enterprise customers leveraging YugabyteDB
- PostgreSQL compatible with automated data recovery features
Yugabyte is a leading provider of cloud-native database solutions, specifically its open-source YugabyteDB, which is designed for modern applications. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, Yugabyte has raised $290 million in funding through Series C, attracting notable investors like Lightspeed Venture Pa...
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Overview
Yugabyte is hiring a Staff Software Engineer for their LRT group to enhance the language layer and relational execution engine of YugabyteDB. You'll work with PostgreSQL and cloud-native technologies to build scalable database solutions. This position requires significant experience in distributed systems.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on distributed systems — your experience includes building scalable applications that handle high-performance workloads. You are well-versed in PostgreSQL and understand the intricacies of cloud-native architectures, enabling you to contribute effectively to YugabyteDB's mission. Your problem-solving skills are complemented by a passion for correctness and performance, ensuring that the systems you build are both reliable and efficient.
You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to innovate and implement solutions that meet the demands of modern applications. Your ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly makes you a valuable team member, and you are always eager to learn and adapt to new challenges in the rapidly evolving database landscape.
What you'll do
As a Staff Software Engineer at Yugabyte, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the language layer and relational execution engine of YugabyteDB. You will design and implement features that improve the usability and performance of the database, ensuring it meets the needs of enterprises migrating from legacy systems. Your work will involve collaborating with other engineers to develop innovative solutions that leverage the power of PostgreSQL while maintaining the flexibility of a distributed architecture.
You will also be responsible for conducting performance analysis and optimization, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing strategies to enhance system efficiency. Your contributions will directly impact the scalability and reliability of YugabyteDB, positioning it as a leading choice for cloud-native applications. You will mentor junior engineers, sharing your expertise and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
What we offer
Yugabyte provides a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions are recognized. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of cloud-native databases. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with a culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in our mission to revolutionize the database landscape and make a lasting impact in the industry.
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