Principal Software Engineer - Vector Search - Elasticsearch @Elastic

Overview

The role involves a Principal Software Engineer position within the Elasticsearch - Search team at Elastic, a globally distributed search AI company. The engineer will focus on enhancing vector similarity search functionalities in Elasticsearch, contributing to the development and implementation of new features and improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives to produce an industry-leading vector database with unparalleled search speed and relevance.
• Build new search features and fix bugs while improving code readability.
• Serve as an expert on vector similarity in Elasticsearch.
• Collaborate with community members on issues and pull requests.
• Write idiomatic modern Java, as Elasticsearch is primarily Java-based.

Requirements

• Experience implementing vector similarity techniques on a large-scale search platform.
• Professional knowledge of vector similarity and databases, utilizing relevant algorithms like HNSW and IVF.
• Strong core Java skills and familiarity with data structures and concurrency constructs.
• Ability to work autonomously and guide projects from start to finish.
• Comfortable developing collaboratively and providing feedback on code.
• Experience with data storage technologies such as Elasticsearch, Solr, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Cassandra.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven track record in using AI for development, debugging, and code optimization.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on work performed.
• Health coverage for employees and families in many locations.
• Flexible work locations and schedules.
• Generous vacation days.
• Matching donations for financial contributions and service projects.
• Up to 40 hours per year for volunteer projects.
• Parental leave of a minimum of 16 weeks.

Location

This role is remote, with a current location preference in Romania.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit the application page at Elastic.