Principal Software Engineer - Vector Search - Elasticsearch @Elastic

Overview

Elastic, the Search AI Company, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join the Elasticsearch - Search team. This globally-distributed team focuses on enhancing vector similarity search functionality within Elasticsearch.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives to produce an industry-leading vector database offering with unmatched speed and relevance in search.
• Contribute to Elasticsearch full-time, developing new search features and troubleshooting complex bugs.
• Collaborate with a globally distributed team on vector search capabilities.
• Become an expert on Elasticsearch's vector similarity, improving it based on insights and inquiries.
• Engage with community members on issues and pull requests, sometimes triaging and resolving them.
• Write idiomatic modern Java, as Elasticsearch is predominantly Java.

Requirements

• Experience implementing techniques in vector similarity within search platforms or academic research.
• Professional expertise with vector similarity and databases, including familiarity with algorithms like HNSW and IVF.
• Strong skills in core Java and knowledge of data structures and concurrency constructs.
• Ability to autonomously manage projects from inception to completion.
• Experience with collaborative development and feedback within teams, particularly in remote settings.
• Familiarity with data storage technologies like Elasticsearch, Solr, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Cassandra.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Track record of using AI to enhance development and debug complex systems.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on work performed, not previous salary.
• Health coverage for you and your family in many locations.
• Flexible scheduling and locations for many roles.
• Generous vacation days each year.
• Financial matching for donations and volunteer projects.
• Minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave.

Location

This is a remote position available in Spain.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the Elastic careers page.

Deadline

No specific deadline mentioned.