Principal Software Engineer - Postgres

ClickHouse

Netherlands
Not specified; ranges vary by location; premium ma...
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 shaping critical components of the data platform, including storage, replication, and query execution at massive scale.
  • Candidates will operate with significant autonomy in a globally distributed team that values depth, craftsmanship, and measurable impact.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Not specified; ranges vary by location; premium market range may apply for SF Bay Area and NYC Metro Area

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years systems software experience
  • Deep PostgreSQL internals knowledge
  • C/C++ or Rust programming expertise
  • Storage and replication subsystems
  • Concurrency and performance engineering

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years building systems software
  • Deep knowledge of database engine internals
  • Experience shipping large-scale systems end-to-end

Work Rights

Not specified

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