Principal Software Engineer - Postgres

ClickHouse

United States
Base: $140,000 - $200,000 usd; premium markets: $1...
On-site
10+ years systems software experience
Deep postgresql internals knowledge
C/c++ or rust programming expertise
ClickHouse is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the design of next-generation database infrastructure with a focus on Postgres internals

Job Summary

  • ClickHouse is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the design of next-generation database infrastructure with a focus on Postgres internals.
  • The role involves significant autonomy to drive projects from concept to production while optimizing storage, replication, and query execution at scale.
  • Candidates will receive equity in the company, flexible time off, and a $500 home office setup as part of a globally distributed remote team.

Matching Summary

ClickHouse is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the design of next-generation database infrastructure with a focus on Postgres internals.

Salary

Base: $140,000 - $200,000 USD; Premium Markets: $158,000 - $232,000 USD; Equity: Stock options provided

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years systems software experience
  • Deep PostgreSQL internals knowledge
  • C/C++ or Rust programming expertise
  • Storage and replication subsystem design
  • Performance optimization and benchmarking

Nice-to-have

  • Go programming language experience
  • Open-source database contributions
  • Cloud-native infrastructure integration
  • High-autonomy work environment
  • Mentoring senior engineers

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years building systems software
  • Deep knowledge of PostgreSQL internals
  • Experience with C/C++ or Rust
  • Proven ability to ship large-scale systems

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