Principal Software Engineer - MarkLogic Database

Overview

We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease. We value a diverse, global team and believe people power progress. Join us as a Principal Software Engineer
, and help propel business forward.

This role will be specific to our Mark Logic product team. It is a hybrid role working between your home office and either our Raleigh NC or Burlington MA headquarters. Candidates must already be local to one of those locations as relocation packages are not available at this time.

Are you eager to be at the forefront of the database revolution? Do you want to work with cutting-edge No

SQL technology that Global 2000 customers rely on to solve mission-critical Big Data challenges? Mark Logic is a powerful, agile, and trusted enterprise multi-model database used worldwide in industries such as media, government, financial services, healthcare, and more. Our customers bet their businesses on us, and we deliver.

We are seeking an experienced, talented, and passionate engineer to influence the design and development of Mark Logic's multi-model database. As a senior member of the team, you will be responsible for leading the design, architecture, and implementation of core features related to the database kernel, security, scalability, and performance. You'll collaborate with product management, quality assurance, and technical documentation to ensure features are delivered on time and with high-quality standards.

• Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of high-quality core features for the Mark Logic database, including security, scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Design and implement high-performance, scalable, and fault-tolerant systems using C++.
• Collaborate closely with the Product Owner 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 for the Mark Logic Database and Server Product.
• Lead technical discussions ensuring project engagements are collaborative and effective.

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in database internals or building core components for data processing systems
• 5+ years of experience in distributed and multi-threaded systems. Ability to write software that performs correctly and efficiently when deployed to a cluster of computers
• Advanced C++ coding skills; familiarity with XQuery, JavaScript is a plus
• Strong understanding of Linux/Unix systems;
  Windows experience is a bonus
• Knowledge of Mark Logic Server or similar database systems is a significant plus
• Working knowledge of all aspects of the software development lifecycle
• Proven ability to debug complex server-side issues (e.g., using GDB)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerized environments
• Experience with version control systems (SVN, Git)
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

• Experience with high-performance distributed systems, fault-tolerant software architecture, and performance optimization
• Experience with Mark Logic Server or similar No
  
  SQL/SQL hybrid databases
• Knowledge of web and network protocols, as well as document formats like JSON and XML

Base Salary Range: $144,500 - $178,500. This position is eligible to participate in our performance-based annual corporate bonus plan. Final base compensation is determined by factors including job-related skills, education, demonstrable experience, and allowance for future salary growth. We also offer a robust benefits package, with details below.

If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we'd be happy to chat.

What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with, and to enjoy:

• Medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and financial benefits…