ClickHouse

Principal Software Engineer - Postgres

United States · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$215k-$250kDetected 62 days ago

RustC++PostgreSQLCloud PlatformsLeadership

About the role

We're looking for a Principal Engineer with deep expertise in systems programming and database internals - particularly Postgres - to help us push boundaries in how databases are built and operated at scale.
This is a strategic and high-impact role for an engineer who can work independently across complex technical areas: from storage and performance optimization to distributed coordination and extension development.

Lead design and implementation of advanced systems features across areas like storage, replication, query execution, and performance optimization.
Prototype and build extensions that expand Postgres's core capabilities and integrate with cloud-native infrastructure.
Collaborate with product, infrastructure, and cloud platform teams to deliver robust, developer-friendly experiences.
Profile and optimize database performance using low-level instrumentation and benchmarking.

10+ years of experience building systems software in C/C++ or Rust (Go experience a plus).
Deep knowledge of PostgreSQL or other database engine internals, including storage, execution, or replication subsystems.
Strong understanding of concurrency, operating systems, and performance engineering.
Proven ability to ship large-scale systems or core infrastructure features end-to-end.
Experience contributing to open-source databases or similar complex systems is highly desirable.
Pragmatic problem solver with a bias for simplicity and measurable impact.
Thrives in a high-autonomy, high-velocity environment.
Work on foundational database technologies at the intersection of performance, reliability, and usability.

About ClickHouse
Recognized on the 2025 Forbes Cloud 100 list, ClickHouse is one of the most innovative and fast-growing private cloud companies.
The company's sustained, accelerating momentum was recently validated by a $400M Series D financing round.

Healthcare - Employer contributions towards your healthcare.
Equity in the company - Every new team member who joins our company receives stock options.
Time off - Flexible time off in the US, generous entitlement in other countries.
Flexible work environment - ClickHouse is a globally distributed company and remote-friendly.
A $500 Home office setup if you're a remote employee.

As part of a rapidly scaling start up, you will be instrumental in shaping our culture.
Are you interested in finding out more about our culture?
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