Principal Software Engineer - Marklogic Database

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Principal Software Engineer – MarkLogic Database in the United States.

As a Principal Software Engineer focused on MarkLogic, you will lead the design, architecture, and development of high-performance, scalable, and secure database systems. You will be instrumental in shaping core database features, optimizing performance, and ensuring reliability for enterprise-grade NoSQL solutions. This role involves collaborating with product management, QA, and technical documentation teams to deliver high-quality features while mentoring junior engineers. You will tackle complex distributed and multi-threaded systems, contributing to the evolution of mission-critical applications used by Global 2000 customers. The position offers a fully remote, collaborative environment where technical leadership and innovation are valued.

Accountabilities

·        Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of core MarkLogic database features, including security, scalability, and performance.

·        Develop high-performance, fault-tolerant systems in C++ and contribute to multi-threaded distributed applications.

·        Collaborate with Product Owners and development teams to define product vision and ensure functional and non-functional requirements are met.

·        Mentor and guide junior engineers, promoting best practices in distributed systems and secure software development.

·        Design and implement proof-of-concept projects and participate in technical discussions to ensure project success.

·        Troubleshoot and debug complex server-side issues and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.

Requirements

·        8+ years of hands-on experience in database internals or building core components for data processing systems.

·        5+ years of experience with distributed and multi-threaded systems, developing software for cluster environments.

·        Advanced C++ coding skills; familiarity with XQuery and JavaScript is a plus.

·        Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix systems; Windows experience is a bonus.

·        Experience with MarkLogic Server or similar NoSQL/SQL hybrid databases is highly desirable.

·        Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerized environments.

·        Experience with version control systems (SVN, Git) and full software development lifecycle.

·        Proven ability to debug complex server-side issues using tools such as GDB.

·        Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Preferred / Additional Skills:

·        Expertise in high-performance distributed systems, fault-tolerant architecture, and performance optimization.

·        Knowledge of web and network protocols, JSON, and XML document formats.

Benefits

·        Competitive base salary range: $151,980 – $187,740, plus performance-based annual bonus.

·        Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

·        401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.

·        Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.

·        Flexible paid vacation, birthday day off, and company holidays.

·        Additional voluntary benefits, including critical illness insurance, identity theft protection, auto & home insurance, legal and pet insurance.

·        Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and well-being programs supporting physical, mental, and financial health.

·        Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with a 27-month lookback.

·        Fully remote work with flexible scheduling.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching. When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias—focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, it is shared directly with the company. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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