Principal Software Developer - Query Engine, Database Internals - Elasticsearch @Elastic

Overview

The role involves a Principal Software Developer position within the Elasticsearch - Analytical Engine team at Elastic, a company focused on leveraging search and AI to enhance business efficiency. The role requires extensive technical knowledge for developing a new query language, ES|QL, while working collaboratively across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, lead, and contribute to data-intensive enhancements in Elasticsearch.
• Research industry features, data structures, and algorithms to build effective user capabilities.
• Collaborate with partners and product teams to align on strategic visions.
• Act as an authority in Elasticsearch, enhancing the technology based on inquiries and insights.
• Write modern Java code to support new functionalities.

Requirements

• Experience leading technical projects in data and enterprise architecture.
• Skills in mentoring engineers and providing technical guidance.
• Proven track record of defining long-term technical visions.
• Hands-on experience with search and analytics APIs (e.g., Splunk SPL, Elasticsearch).
• Strong proficiency in core Java and data structures.
• Experience with data storage technologies like Elasticsearch, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to drive decisions in a distributed team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on performance, not prior salary.
• Health coverage for you and your family.
• Flexible calendar and work locations.
• Generous vacation days.
• Financial match for donations and up to 40 hours for volunteer projects.
• Minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave.

Location

Remote - Canada

How to Apply

Interested applicants should apply through the official Elastic career page.