Description:

The Principal Software Engineer - Distributed Storage will design and implement core kernel features for a distributed SQL database, focusing on performance, scalability, and reliability.
This role involves optimizing data structures and algorithms to enhance throughput and minimize latency.
The engineer will lead the development of backup and restore mechanisms, including snapshotting and point-in-time recovery (PITR).
Troubleshooting critical performance, stability, and scalability issues is essential to ensure TiDB's efficiency in cloud environments.
Collaboration with the open-source community is required to review and merge code contributions while maintaining high standards.
The engineer will contribute to the technology roadmap by staying updated with industry trends and incorporating insights into the design process.
Mentoring junior engineers and promoting knowledge sharing and technical growth within the team is a key responsibility.

Requirements:

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in database, storage, or distributed system development.
Experience with TiKV or similar distributed key-value stores, such as RocksDB, is necessary.
Familiarity with cloud-native technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure) and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes is required.
Excellent problem-solving skills are essential, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Strong communication skills are necessary to work cross-functionally with various teams.
A passion for learning and staying updated on emerging technologies and industry trends is expected.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $180,000 to $260,000, depending on experience and skills.
Employees are eligible to participate in the company’s Bonus and Equity Plan.
Health insurance and flexible vacation time are provided.
Paid holidays and parental leave are included in the benefits package.
The work environment is dynamic and inclusive, encouraging diverse perspectives.
There are opportunities for career advancement and professional development.