Senior Software Engineer - Database Integrations

About the position

This role offers a unique opportunity to design and build high-performance, scalable data integration solutions that operate at petabyte scale and high velocity. You will work within a dynamic team focused on creating robust cloud-based services that enable seamless onboarding of diverse data sources into a cutting-edge analytical database system. The position requires strong technical leadership, creative problem-solving, and close collaboration with customers and internal stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain a scalable data onboarding platform capable of processing large volumes of real-time data.
• Build and enhance integrations with a variety of data stores, including relational databases, NoSQL systems, and cloud object storage.
• Leverage the database’s unique performance capabilities to optimize data throughput and reliability.
• Collaborate across engineering, product, and customer success teams to align solutions with business goals and customer requirements.
• Lead technical discussions, identify areas for innovation, and implement improvements to integration workflows and infrastructure.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience developing large-scale, data-intensive software systems.
• Proficiency in Golang (preferred) or Java, with a strong background in distributed systems and microservices architecture.
• Expertise in designing and implementing ETL pipelines and knowledge of data replication techniques such as Change Data Capture (CDC).
• Hands-on experience with cloud-native environments and at least one major cloud service provider.
• Practical knowledge of Kubernetes, including debugging and managing distributed workloads.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex production issues efficiently.
• Self-driven with a founder’s mindset, comfortable working autonomously in a high-velocity setting.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range based on location, from $115,000 to $220,000 USD.
• Flexible and remote-friendly work environment with a globally distributed team.
• Employer contributions toward healthcare coverage.
• Stock options as part of the compensation package.
• Flexible time off policies and generous vacation entitlements depending on location.
• $500 home office setup stipend for remote employees.
• Opportunities for global in-person gatherings and company-wide offsites.
• Culture shaped collaboratively by early team members, with a focus on innovation and inclusivity.