Software Engineer, Systems

The Infrastructure Systems Engineering team at SingleStore is responsible for building our private cloud infrastructure, primarily supporting our database test system. This system runs over 7.25 million tests per month, writes petabytes to storage daily, and is expected to grow significantly in the coming years.

As a Software Engineer, Systems, you will be involved in the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of systems at lower abstraction levels. You'll work closely with a small, highly skilled team, balancing proven best practices with innovative approaches. The role emphasizes working from first principles, learning from failures, and engaging in egoless technical discussions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and developing major infrastructure components and systems, with a focus on fault tolerance and performance.
• Practicing distributed leadership, adapting your role between leading, collaborating, and following as needed.
• Taking end-to-end ownership of systems from design to production.
• Collaborating with other teams to ensure successful integration and operation of infrastructure systems.
• Fostering an environment that encourages risk-taking and learning from mistakes.
• Promoting fact-driven decision-making by relying on data and code.
• Driving continuous improvement in system reliability and usability.

Required skills and experience:

• 5+ years of experience in developing and optimizing systems software.
• Deep expertise in at least one area: networks, virtualization, storage, scientific or high-performance computing, or kernel development.
• Natural curiosity and drive to learn about new or adjacent technologies.
• Experience with designing, developing, and/or troubleshooting distributed systems.
• Proficiency in at least one systems programming language and one scripting language.
• Comfort with shells on *nix family systems.
• B.S. degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or a related field.

SingleStore offers a range of benefits, including:

• Technology stipend for new employees
• Monthly cell phone and internet stipend
• Health and wellness benefits
• Company and team events
• Flexible time off
• Volunteer time off
• Stock options

SingleStore is a venture-backed company headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in various locations worldwide. They are committed to diversity and inclusion, valuing individuals who can work effectively with diverse teams and people.