Principal Software Engineer

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Principal Software Engineer specializing in Vector Search.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives to develop a top-tier vector database with high speed and relevance in search
• Build new search features and resolve bugs while enhancing code clarity
• Collaborate with a global team to improve vector search capabilities and support community engagement

Required Qualifications

• Experience with vector similarity techniques on large-scale search platforms or academic research in the field
• Professional background in vector databases and familiarity with algorithms like HNSW and IVF
• Strong proficiency in core Java and knowledge of data structures and concurrency constructs
• Ability to autonomously manage projects from design to implementation
• Experience with various data storage technologies such as Elasticsearch, Solr, or PostgreSQL