Principal Software Engineer - Vector Search - Elasticsearch @Elastic

Overview

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real-time using all their data at scale. They are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to join the Elasticsearch - Search team, focusing on enhancing the vector similarity search functionality within Elasticsearch.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives within Elasticsearch to produce an industry-leading vector database offering.
• Contribute to building new search features and fixing bugs, while simplifying the codebase.
• Work with a globally distributed team focused on vector search capabilities.
• Serve as an expert on Elasticsearch's vector similarity support for search relevance.
• Collaborate with community members on issues and pull requests.
• Write idiomatic modern Java code.

Requirements

• Experience with novel techniques in vector similarity on large user platforms or academic research in vector similarity information retrieval.
• Professional experience with vector similarity and vector databases using relevant algorithms.
• Strong skills in core Java, including data structures and concurrency constructs.
• Ability to work autonomously on projects from design to completion.
• Experience in collaborative code development and feedback exchange.
• Familiarity with data storage technologies like Elasticsearch, Solr, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Cassandra.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven track record of using AI for development, debugging, and optimizing code.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on work performance.
• Health coverage for you and your family in many locations.
• Flexible locations and schedules.
• Generous vacation days.
• Financial donation matching up to $2000.
• 40 hours per year for volunteer projects.
• Minimum of 16 weeks parental leave.

Location

Remote (Globally distributed team).

How to Apply

Please submit your application through the company’s career page.

Deadline

Not specified.