QA Engineer - Core Database (remote)

ClickHouse; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Software Quality Engineer to improve the quality of their offerings. Responsibilities include building test automation frameworks and testing cross-functional implementations. The ideal candidate has a strong SQL background and experience with manual and automated testing. Compensation ranges from $125,000 to $185,000, with flexible working conditions and benefits including healthcare and stock options.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Healthcare contributions

Equity in the company

Flexible time off

Home office setup

Global gatherings

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of SQL.
• Experience in SDET, Release Engineering, or QA for databases or distributed systems.
• Hands-on experience in any programming language.
• Working knowledge of Git, Linux, and shell scripting.
• Experience with both manual and automation testing.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance test automation frameworks.
• Test cross-functional implementations across teams.
• Implement new testing strategies for complex systems.
• Evaluate new functionality for each ClickHouse release.

Skills

SQL

Automation Testing

Python

C++

Git

Linux

Job description

Established in 2009, ClickHouse leads the industry with its open-source column-oriented database system, driven by the vision of becoming the fastest OLAP database globally.

About the Team

The Core Engineering team is responsible for working on the beloved ClickHouse open-source project while working cross-functionally across engineering and product teams as we develop and expand our Cloud service offering. We are seeking a Senior Software Quality Engineer who will focus on improving the efficiency and quality of both our open-source and cloud offerings.

What will you do?

• Build and enhance test automation frameworks and develop automated test cases.
• Try out new features and ensure they land smoothly in Production.
• Test cross-functional implementations across internal teams at ClickHouse.
• Implement new testing strategies and automation for large and complex distributed systems.
• Evaluate the new functionality of ClickHouse for each release, and identify opportunities in the existing codebase for improvement.
• Engineer and improve existing testing infrastructure.

About you:

• Extensive knowledge of SQL.
• Previously worked in a similar SDET, Release Engineering, or QA role related to a classical database or distributed system.
• Have hands-on experience with any programming language (Python, Go, C++).
• Working knowledge of Git, Linux and shell scripting.
• Experience with both manual testing and automation testing.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, including with remote teams. Ability to learn complex technology quickly in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
• You have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within and across engineering teams.
• You are a strong problem-solver and have solid production debugging skills.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and see yourself as a partner with the business with the shared goal of moving the business forward.

The typical starting salary for this role in the US is $125,000 - $185,000 USD

Compensation

For roles based in the United States, the typical starting salary range for this position is listed above.

• Flexible work environment - ClickHouse is a globally distributed company and remote-friendly.
• Healthcare - Employer contributions towards your healthcare.
• Equity in the company - Every new team member who joins our company receives stock options.
• Time off - Flexible time off in the US, generous entitlement in other countries.
• A $500 Home office setup if you’re a remote employee.
• Global Gatherings – We believe in the power of in-person connection and offer opportunities to engage with colleagues at company-wide offsites.

Culture - We All Shape It

As part of our first 500 employees, you will be instrumental in shaping our culture.

Equal Opportunity & Privacy

ClickHouse provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on factors such as race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.