Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Platform

About Zilliz

Zilliz is a leading vector database company for enterprise-grade AI. Founded by the engineers behind Milvus, the world's most popular open-source vector database, the company builds next-generation database technologies to help organizations create AI applications at ease.

On a mission to democratize AI, Zilliz is committed to simplifying data management for AI applications and making vector databases accessible to every organization.

What you will do:

• Develop distributed database systems using Zilliz’s innovative data science platforms
• Create request plans, develop new systems, and perform prototype verification and testing
• Design and write core architecture code. Provide creative solutions to technical issues that arise during the product development process
• Take ownership of product performance and stability
• Research emerging technology to optimize the performance of underlying distributed platforms
• Manage the Milvus open-source community and broaden Zilliz’s reach worldwide

What we are looking for:

• 4+ years of experience in developing cloud-native systems
• Proficient in container orchestration technologies i.e. Kubernetes, Docker, Apache
• Proficient with one of the following cloud platforms AWS/GCP/Azure
• Active contributor to one or more PAAS platforms software such as, Snowflake, Databricks, Confluent, Google BigQuery, Spanner, Redshift, Aurora, Cosmos DB, Redis, MongoDB, ElasticCloud, CockroachDB, Yugabyte, Hashicorp, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree or above in computer science, software engineering, or other relevant disciplines
• Willing to adapt to a fast-changing environment (i.e. the different stages of a startup company)

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation (cash + equity).
• Regular bonus and equity refresh opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and global reset/well-being days.
• Generous 401(k) and regional retirement plans.
• Hybrid work model/Remote work opportunities available.

Zilliz is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical disability, or length of time spent unemployed.