Senior C++ Database Engine Developer

MariaDB is making a big impact on the world. Whether you’re checking your bank account, buying a coffee, shopping online, making a phone call, listening to music, taking out a loan or ordering takeout – MariaDB is the backbone of applications used every day. Companies small and large, including 75% of the Fortune 500 run MariaDB, touching the lives of billions of people. With massive reach through Linux distributions, enterprise deployments, and public clouds, MariaDB is uniquely positioned as the leading database for modern application development.

The Opportunity

The Senior C++ Database Engine Developer solves the problem of developing software solutions by leveraging their programming skills and experience. They contribute to the design and implementation of software applications, ensuring high code quality, performance, and reliability. They collaborate with the team to solve technical challenges, participate in code reviews, and continuously improve their technical skills. Senior C++ Database Engine Developers are critical in delivering robust software solutions that meet customer needs and align with project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality software solutions based on technical requirements and design specifications
• Investigate important bugs and deliver solutions rapidly
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and consistency
• Support the continuous development process
• Stay updated on programming languages, frameworks, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• You have participated in database engine development.
• You actually implemented multi-thread parallel processing written in C++ on multiple remote nodes in production.
• You know how to profile C++ runtime memory consumption and don’t hesitate to attach with gdb to a running process.
• You use the C++20 standard since 2020 and C++17 since 2017.
• You know how to use CMake for multitarget builds and distinguish static and dynamic linkage.
• You actually use a linter when scripting in Bash and know what is rm -rf /${MY_PROJECT_TEMP_DIR} used for.
• You know how to fix the library’s requirements for the Python project.
• You are experienced in software development within a Linux environment.
• You exactly know what the word amortized means in a description of complexity for a hashmap insert.
• You know how to write an example of a correlated semi-join SQL query.
• You have funny stories about git-reflog used for the last time.
• You have written and verbal communication skills in English.
• You have soft skills communicating in a distributed team.

Location

Remote – Serbia, Bulgaria, Croatia or India

What’s in it for you?

Impact the world of technology by pushing the boundaries of technology and business models, working at MariaDB. Be part of a game-changing organization that encourages outside-the-box thinking, values empowerment, and is truly shaping the future of the software industry.

This is a permanent salaried full-time employee role (Not a contract or freelance position).

You’ll be collaborating with high-caliber colleagues around the world, offering unparalleled learning and growth opportunities. We provide a very competitive compensation package, 25 days paid annual leave (plus holidays), a massive degree of flexibility and freedom, and more.

Salaries for candidates outside the U.S. will vary based on local compensation structures.

In addition, we are often open to a wide variety of profiles, and recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than the job description as posted. Salary is one component of MariaDB’s total rewards package, which (subject to eligibility requirements) may include health insurance, life, and disability insurance, funds toward professional development resources, paid holidays, and parental leave, just to name a few!

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application along with your resume/CV.

• MariaDB does not sponsor work visas or relocation.
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• MariaDB is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.