Principal Metadata Systems Architect

Snowflake; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud data platform company is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to build and enhance their metadata services. The role requires over 14 years of experience with large-scale systems, expertise in software engineering, and strong programming skills. Responsibilities include designing a fault-tolerant database system and ensuring service performance. An ideal candidate will have a BS in Computer Science, with a Masters or PhD preferred.

Qualifications

• 14+ years industry experience designing large-scale systems.
• Strong computer science fundamentals including data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems.
• Knowledge of database internals is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Solve real business needs by applying software engineering skills.
• Create architecture, influence product roadmap, and take ownership of projects.
• Design a highly-parallel and fault-tolerant database system.
• Implement core foundational features and analyze performance bottlenecks.
• Ensure operational readiness of services for customers.

Skills

Software engineering and analytical problem solving

Architecture and design influence

Database system design and support

Performance and scalability analysis

Systems programming (multi-threading, concurrency)

Fluency in Java or similar languages

Creative solutions to complex problems

Ability to collaborate across teams

Education

BS in Computer Science

Masters or PhD Preferred

Job description

A leading cloud data platform company is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to build and enhance their metadata services. The role requires over 14 years of experience with large-scale systems, expertise in software engineering, and strong programming skills. Responsibilities include designing a fault-tolerant database system and ensuring service performance. An ideal candidate will have a BS in Computer Science, with a Masters or PhD preferred.