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Principal Software Engineer

Location: Remote
Compensation: To Be Discussed
Reviewed: Tue, Sep 01, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

To enhance the capabilities of the Elasticsearch platform, the full-time salaried Principal Software Engineer will focus on developing and optimizing the query engine and database internals while working remotely.

Key responsibilities
  • Designing and implementing features for the query engine to improve performance and scalability
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate database internals with the overall system architecture
  • Analyzing and troubleshooting complex issues related to query execution and data retrieval
Required qualifications
  • Proven experience in software engineering with a focus on database systems and query optimization
  • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java or C++
  • Experience with distributed systems and cloud-based architectures
  • Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and performance tuning
  • Familiarity with Elasticsearch or similar search technologies is a plus

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