Senior Software Engineer - PostgreSQL/DBaaS (5-9 yrs)

Job Description :

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Software Engineer - Postgres to join our team and work on developing cutting-edge software solutions.

As a Software Engineer - Postgres, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining system-level software components associated with Postgres. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver a robust and high-performance Postgres cluster that meets our business and technical requirements. The successful candidate must have a strong foundation in Postgres and related technologies, extensive knowledge of Linux and file systems, and experience with public cloud environments and Makefile.

Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain system-level software components to deliver Postgres in a DBaaS fashion.

- Collaborate with infra teams to understand and define system requirements.

- Implement and optimize file systems and disk management algorithms for performance and reliability.

- Work with Linux-based operating systems to configure, optimize, and troubleshoot system performance

- Integrate software with Public Cloud services and APIs for seamless cloud computing integration.

- Develop and maintain automated tests to ensure software quality and reliability.

- Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues, including performance bottlenecks and memory leaks.

- Keep abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies related to Public Cloud, Docker, and Kubernetes.

- Collaborate with DevOps teams to streamline the deployment and operation of software systems.

- Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to coding standards.

- Contribute to the documentation and knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements :

- Experience with Postgres and its related technologies for setting it up in production-grade environments.

- Proficient in Python Programming/GoLang and Shell scripting.

- Extensive knowledge of Linux operating system internals and administration.

- Strong understanding of File Systems and disk management concepts.

- Experience with building and maintaining Makefiles for complex software projects.

- Familiarity with Public Cloud environments (e. g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their services.

- Knowledge of cloud computing concepts like Virtualization, storage, and networking.

- Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.

- Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills in a Linux environment.

- Strong communication and collaboration skills, both verbal and written.

Good To Have :

- Hands-on experience with Docker containerization and container orchestration using Kubernetes (K8S).

- Understanding of network protocols and distributed systems.

- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.

- Familiarity with security best practices in software development.

- Previous experience working in an Agile development environment.

- Passion for learning and adopting new technologies and tools.