AuthZed

Sr. Software Engineer - Distributed Databases

United States · Senior

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About the role

We're looking for a driven and innovative Senior Software Engineer, experienced in distributed databases to help shape the future of our open-source database, SpiceDB.
In this role, you'll leverage your deep expertise in database engineering to push the boundaries of performance, scalability, and efficiency for both SpiceDB OSS and Enterprise.
You'll focus on low-latency query optimization, refining database architecture, and ensuring the system is robust and reliable for large-scale, mission-critical applications.

Research, design, implementation, testing and release for new database features and enhancements.
Collaboration closely with product, engineering, and support teams.
SpiceDB is built to manage security-critical application permissions.
A supportive environment where your ideas lead to real impact.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience.
5+ years of experience working in system-level languages like Golang, C/C++, Rust or Zig.
In-depth knowledge of database concepts, and how they are implemented: compilers, indices, query planning, optimization, materialized views, etc.
Proven ability to diagnose performance bottlenecks and propose creative solutions.
Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Familiarity with modern software development practices and tools, such as continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), Docker, and Git.
Experience with Golang.
Experience with cloud infrastructure and managing databases in cloud-native environments.
Familiarity with modern authorization systems and access control models.
Ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams across time zones.
Master's level coursework in database systems.

Indexing, partitioning, and caching strategies to improve query efficiency and overall database performance.
Contributions to both our open source and enterprise database product, SpiceDB.
Strong Systems engineering background (e.g. distributed systems, operating systems, databases).

We are the creators and maintainers of SpiceDB and the authorization infrastructure that companies around the world depend on to keep their engineering teams focused on what matters most - their own product.
We are a Series A company, fixing broken access control with products that eliminate complex permission management while delivering enterprise-scale performance and consistent access control.

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