Develop distributed database systems using Zilliz’s innovative data science platforms.
Create request plans, develop new systems, and perform prototype verification and testing.
Design and write core architecture code. Provide creative solutions to technical issues that arise during the product development process.
Take ownership of product performance and stability.
Research emerging technology to optimize the performance of underlying distributed platforms.
Manage the Milvus open-source community and broaden Zilliz’s reach worldwide.

What we are looking for:

4+ years of experience in developing database systems
Active contributor to one or more infrastructure software such as Snowflake, CockroachDB, Oracle RDBMS, Google BigQuery, Spanner, Redshift, Aurora, Cosmos DB, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Hudi, Delta Lake, Iceberg, Ray, Spark, Flink, Kafka, Redis, ElasticSearch, etc.
Bachelor’s degree or above in computer science, software engineering, or other relevant disciplines.
Willing to adapt to a fast-changing environment (i.e. the different stages of a startup company)

Benefits:

Competitive compensation (cash + equity)
Regular bonus and equity refresh opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and global reset/wellbeing days
Generous 401(k) and regional retirement plans

Zilliz is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical disability, or length of time spent unemployed.

Zilliz

Staff Software Engineer, Database Systems

Redwood City, CAfull-time$100K+