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Principal Software Engineer – SQL++/Query Team
Location:Santa Clara, CA
About Couchbase: Couchbase is a leader in NoSQL database technology, providing a high-performance, flexible, and scalable database platform for mission-critical applications.
Role Overview: As a Principal Software Engineer on the SQL++/Query team, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and optimizing the SQL++ query language and its execution engine. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure the delivery of robust and high-performance database solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design & Development: Architect and implement new features and enhancements for the SQL++ query processor and related components with AI first mindset.
- Performance Tuning: Analyze and optimize query performance, ensuring low latency and high throughput for complex queries.
- Collaboration: Work closely with product management, quality assurance, and other engineering teams to deliver cohesive and innovative solutions.
- Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Extensive experience in database internals, query processing, and optimization. Prior experience with SQL and NoSQL databases is highly desirable.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++ or Go. Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems.
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
Leadership: Proven track record of leading complex projects and delivering high-quality software solutions.
- Generous Time Off Program - Flexibility to care for you and your family
- Wellness Benefits - A variety of world class medical plans to choose from, along with dental, vision, life insurance, and employee assistance programs*
- Financial Planning - RSU equity program*, ESPP program*, Retirement program* and Business Travel Insurance
- Career Growth - Be valued, Create value approach
- Fun Perks - An ergonomic and comfortable in-office / WFH setup. Food & Snacks for in-office employees.
- And much more!