Software Engineer, Core Networking & Bolt Protocols

Doist; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Neo4j is seeking a software engineer to join the Core Networking Engineering Team. You will work on the Neo4j network server modules, drivers, and binary protocol Bolt, shaping connectivity with Neo4j and drivers. Expect design leadership, implementation work, and chances to engage with the community.

The role emphasizes 5+ years in Java, network development, and API design, with a hybrid work model and opportunities to contribute across projects and training.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of practical experience in Java language, platform and ecosystem.
• Interest in network development and binary protocol design.
• Familiarity with distributed systems and API design.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of new protocol features and improvements.
• Implement designs in the server codebase and coordinate with product managers.
• Support community projects, write blogs, and help with training.

Skills

Java

Network development

Concurrency

API design

Binary protocol

Wireshark

Netty

Docker

JAX-RS

MongoDB Wire Protocol

Tools

Docker

Netty

JAX-RS

Wireshark

Job description

Neo4j is seeking a software engineer to join the Core Networking Engineering Team. You will work on the Neo4j network server modules, drivers, and binary protocol Bolt, shaping connectivity with Neo4j and drivers. Expect design leadership, implementation work, and chances to engage with the community.

The role emphasizes 5+ years in Java, network development, and API design, with a hybrid work model and opportunities to contribute across projects and training.