Software Engineer - PostgreSQL for AI Workloads

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND equivalent technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
• Proven technical engineering capabilities in systems-level engineering, including work on database engines, distributed systems, or backend infrastructure
• Proficiency in one or more systems programming languages such as C, C++, or Rust
• Experience working with PostgreSQL or similar engines at the extension, indexing, or query execution level
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver reliable, performant systems in a collaborative environment

Nice to Haves

• Experience implementing vector indexes, ANN search algorithms, or semantic retrieval systems
• Interest or experience in graph data models or graph-aware query execution
• Familiarity with embedding workflows, model integration, or retrieval-augmented generation patterns
• Prior contributions to open-source databases, search engines, or AI infrastructure projects
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills with a collaborative, growth-oriented mindset
• Commitment to learning, innovation, and inclusive engineering culture

What You'll Be Doing

• Design and implement AI-native capabilities in PostgreSQL, including vector indexing, semantic and full-text search operators, hybrid search patterns, and graph query features
• Own or contribute to the design and implementation of major AI-native subsystems
• Build and enhance high-performance PostgreSQL extensions and core engine integrations
• Collaborate closely with senior engineers, product managers, and AI researchers
• Help shape the developer experience through APIs, control plane integration, and extensibility mechanisms

Perks and Benefits