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Principal Software Engineer - Postgres
BackendRemote — AMER
Published on 2026-05-21
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About this role
Lead development of database systems features with a focus on PostgreSQL internals, performance, and cloud-native extensions. The role combines hands-on systems engineering with architectural leadership and mentoring.
About the company
ClickHouse is a high-performance columnar database built for real-time analytics on large volumes of data.
Stack
PostgreSQLCC++RustGo
What you'll do
- Design and implement features for storage, replication, query execution, and performance optimization.
- Extend PostgreSQL internals and develop cloud-native integrations.
- Profile and benchmark database performance.
- Set engineering standards, mentor senior engineers, and drive projects from concept to production.
What we're looking for
- 10+ years building systems software in C/C++ or Rust.
- Deep knowledge of PostgreSQL or other database engine internals.
- Strong understanding of concurrency, operating systems, and performance engineering.
- Experience delivering large-scale systems or core infrastructure features end-to-end.
- Able to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
Nice to have
- Go experience.
- Contributions to open-source databases or similar complex systems.
Benefits
- Stock options for new team members.
- Flexible work environment.
- Employer contributions toward healthcare.
- Flexible time off in the US and generous time off elsewhere.
- USD $500 remote home-office setup allowance.
- Company-wide gatherings and offsites.