Senior Software Engineer - Database Internals, Boston

Senior Software Engineer - Database Internals
Tiger Data (creators of TimescaleDB) | Posted Feb 27 | Full-time | Negotiable | Unknown
At Tiger Data, formerly Timescale, we empower developers and businesses with the fastest PostgreSQL platform designed for transactional, analytical, and agentic workloads.
Trusted globally by thousands of organizations, Tiger accelerates real-time insights, drives intelligent applications, and powers critical infrastructure at scale.
As a globally distributed, remote-first team committed to direct communication, accountability, and collaborative excellence, we\'re shaping the future of data infrastructure, built for speed, flexibility, and simplicity.
We need extraordinary database engineers to join our team.
You will design, code, and test the core of our PostgreSQL-based database.
We focus on building a scalable, reliable, robust, usable, secure, and performant database.
You should have strong systems-building experience and expertise in C, understand query optimization and database systems, and ideally already be a PostgreSQL expert (or show an interest and quick aptitude to become a PostgreSQL expert).
This is a remote and full-time position.
Responsibilities
Play a core role in helping to design and develop new database capabilities, including analytics, clustering and distributed operations, query and storage optimizations, and more.
Develop, test, and release new features and functionality from our database technical roadmap.
Continually improve, optimize, and test the existing functionality of TimescaleDB.
Improve infrastructure to evaluate and test database correctness and performance.
Work closely with our Cloud Engineering team to build a world-class experience for our TigerData customers.
Provide elevated technical assistance to high-value customers, gaining insight into the needs and experiences of our users.
Be an enthusiastic and personable teammate, receiving and providing code reviews and partnering and helping other engineers.
Qualifications
5+ years of engineering experience.
Expertise in building industrial-strength software in C/C++ for large code bases.
Experience in PostgreSQL internal development is highly desirable (but not required).
Solid knowledge of SQL, query processing and database engines, concurrency control, data replication, and/or distributed systems.
Passion for building highly reliable system software.
Experience with industry-standard software validation tools helpful, e.g., Jepsen, Valgrind, Coverity, pprof, etc.
Our Commitment
We respond to every applicant.
We review applications fairly and objectively, and shortlist based on relevant skills and experience.
We ensure clear and timely communication throughout your candidate journey.
We maintain a rigorous interview process with a high bar, designed to give you the opportunity to meet various team members you\'ll collaborate with across our organization.
About Tiger Data
Tiger Data, formerly Timescale, sets the standard as the fastest PostgreSQL platform for modern workloads.
Trusted by more than 2,000 customers across 25+ countries and powering over 3 million active databases, we enable developers and organizations to build real-time, intelligent applications at scale.
Backed by $180 million from top-tier investors, Tiger Data is building the new standard for data infrastructure, built on PostgreSQL, designed for the future.
We embrace diversity, curiosity, and collaboration.
Whether debating the perfect chicken nugget crunch, sharing workout routines, or discussing your favorite plants and pets, you\'ll find your community here.
Our Tech Stack: We don\'t require previous experience with our tech stack, but enthusiasm for learning is key.
Our technologies include PostgreSQL, Tiger Cloud, AWS, Go, Docker, Kubernetes, Python, and innovative features like Hypertables, Hypercore, vector search, and real-time analytics.
What We Offer: (Benefits may vary based on country.)
Flexible PTO and comprehensive family leave
Fridays off in August
Fully remote opportunities globally
Stock options for long-term growth
Monthly WiFi stipend
Professional development and educational resources
Premium insurance options for you and your family (US-based employees)
Ready to join the future of PostgreSQL?
We can't wait to meet you.
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About the company
Tiger Data (creators of TimescaleDB)
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