What You'll Do
Design, develop, and maintain core components across our distributed storage, compute, and service platforms - including storage engines, query and compute execution, RPC/networking layers, and distributed coordination (routing, partitioning, replication).
Partner with internal stakeholders across research and engineering teams to translate data-access, compute, and performance requirements into concrete design and implementation work.
Investigate and resolve production issues - from correctness bugs to performance regressions.
Participate in code review, system design, feature development, and productionization.
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
2+ years of professional software engineering experience.
Strong fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, and systems-level thinking (memory management, concurrency, I/O).
Proficiency in modern C++ (C++11 or higher); comfort with STL.
Solid working knowledge of UNIX/Linux development environments.
Experience using AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Claude Code, OpenCode) to accelerate development.
A clear, proactive communicator who works well with a globally distributed team.
Nice to have
Python skills.
Exposure to distributed systems concepts (replication, sharding, consensus), query/compute engines, or columnar/analytical storage formats.
Experience with RPC frameworks
What We Offer
Competitive and attractive compensation package with clear career road-map – where you feel challenged everyday
We offer a strong culture of learning and development: training courses, library, speakers, share and learn events
Learn from who sits next to you! Working in WQ you are surrounded by smart and talented people
Premium Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
Generous time-off policy, re-creation sabbatical leave (based on tenure), Trade Union benefits for staff and family
Team building activities every month: Local engagement events – Employee clubs: football, ping-pong, badminton, yoga, running, PS5, movies, etc.
Annual company trip and occasional global conferences – opportunity to travel and connect with our global teams
Happy-hour with tea break, snacks and meals every day in the office!
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