Software Engineer - Remote work | REF#297544

BairesDev; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote work

USD compensation

Hardware & software setup

Flexible hours

Parental leave & holidays

Global mentorship & growth

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in query engine internals to design and optimize core database components for high-performance, distributed systems.

You will work on vectorized execution, storage layers for columnar formats, and integration with Calcite/Spark Catalyst, while collaborating with a global, 100% remote team.

The role offers flexible hours, USD compensation, and opportunities for mentorship and growth.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Software Engineering with a focus on database or query engine internals.
• Proven expertise in developing query planners, optimizers, and execution engines.
• Advanced proficiency in Java or C++ and deep understanding of systems programming.
• Hands-on experience with columnar data formats such as Parquet or Iceberg.
• Strong knowledge of query engine frameworks like Apache Calcite, Spark Catalyst, or Impala.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement advanced query planners and optimizers to improve data retrieval efficiency.
• Develop vectorized execution engines to leverage SIMD instructions for massive parallel processing.
• Design and maintain custom storage layers optimized for columnar data formats.
• Integrate complex query engine frameworks like Apache Calcite or Spark Catalyst into the database stack.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams to resolve bottlenecks and scale engine throughput for high-volume workloads.

Skills

Software engineering

Query planning

Java/C++

Columnar data formats

Query engine frameworks

English

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

Software Engineer at BairesDev

As a Software Engineer specializing in query engine internals, you will design and optimize the core components of high-performance database systems. You will connect high-level query requirements with low-level hardware efficiencies, ensuring that data processing remains rapid and scalable across distributed environments.

What You'll Do

• Architect and implement advanced query planners and optimizers to improve data retrieval efficiency.
• Develop vectorized execution engines to leverage SIMD instructions for massive parallel processing.
• Design and maintain custom storage layers optimized for columnar data formats.
• Integrate complex query engine frameworks like Apache Calcite or Spark Catalyst into the database stack.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams to resolve bottlenecks and scale engine throughput for high-volume workloads.

What We Are Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in Software Engineering with a focus on database or query engine internals.
• Proven expertise in developing query planners, optimizers, and execution engines.
• Advanced proficiency in Java or C++ and deep understanding of systems programming.
• Hands-on experience with columnar data formats such as Parquet or Iceberg.
• Strong knowledge of query engine frameworks like Apache Calcite, Spark Catalyst, or Impala.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!