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VAST Data · 1 month ago

Senior Software Engineer - Database

positionVancouver, WA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

VAST Data is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their team, focusing on the design and implementation of a next-generation analytical and vector database. The role involves architecting backend components for a distributed vector database and optimizing system performance for real-time data access.

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Responsibilities

Architect and implement core backend components for a distributed vector database using C/C++
Design highly scalable distributed data-structures and algorithms optimized for performance, concurrency, and fault tolerance
Develop backend services that enable fast search, efficient indexing, and real-time analytics over massive datasets
Optimize system performance across multi-threaded and multi-node environments
Ensure low-latency, high-throughput data access and manipulation across global deployments
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to translate backend capabilities into real-world impact

Qualification

C/C++Distributed systemsMulti-threaded programmingPerformance tuningBackend engineeringPythonJavaAnalytical databasesVector databases

Required

5+ years of experience in backend engineering, with strong proficiency in low-level C and C++
Hands-on experience designing and building distributed backend systems or infrastructure at scale
Experience with distributed data-structures, algorithms and system reliability patterns
Expertise in multi-threaded programming, memory management, and performance tuning
Proven track record of backend work on high-throughput databases, vector stores, or real-time processing engines
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Preferred

Experience building or optimizing analytical or vector databases
Familiarity with query engine internals, indexing techniques, or storage layer optimizations
Knowledge of Python or Java for integration or tooling
Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in a related technical field (distributed systems, backend architecture, database internals)

Company

VAST Data

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VAST Data offers a unified data platform that integrates storage, database, and compute capabilities into a single software platform.
dateFounded in 2016
location
New York, New York, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.vastdata.com

H1B Sponsorship

VAST Data has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (6)
2024 (2)
2023 (2)
2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$381M
Key Investors
FidelityTiger Global ManagementN47
2023-12-05Series E· $118M
2021-05-04Series D· $83M
2021-03-01Series Unknown

Leadership Team

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Renen Hallak
Founder & CEO
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Shachar Fienblit
Chief R&D Officer and Co-Founder
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