Principal Software Engineer - Vector Search - Elasticsearch @Elastic

Overview

The role involves a Principal Software Engineer position within the Elasticsearch - Search team at Elastic. This globally-distributed team focuses on delivering a robust and feature-rich search experience, enhancing vector similarity search functionality in Elasticsearch.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives to produce an industry-leading vector database offering.
• Build new search features and fix bugs while improving code clarity.
• Collaborate with a global team focusing on vector search capabilities.
• Serve as an expert on Elasticsearch's vector similarity search implementation.
• Engage with community members on issues and pull requests.
• Write idiomatic modern Java.

Requirements

• Experience with vector similarity techniques on search platforms.
• Professional experience with vector databases and relevant algorithms.
• Strong skills in core Java and familiarity with data structures and concurrency constructs.
• Ability to autonomously manage projects from design to completion.
• Excellent collaborative skills, especially in asynchronous environments.
• Familiarity with various data storage technologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven track record of using AI in development and system debugging.

Benefits

• Competitive pay without considering previous salary.
• Health coverage for employees and their families.
• Flexible locations and schedules.
• Generous vacation days.
• Matching up to $2000 for financial donations and service projects.
• Up to 40 hours per year for volunteer projects.
• Minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave.

Location

This position is remote, with candidates preferably located in Poland.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application through the provided link.

Deadline

No specific deadline mentioned.