Sr. Software Engineer In Test (Distributed Databases)

TL;DR

Sr. Software Engineer in Test (Distributed Databases): Designing and implementing sophisticated automation and chaos-testing frameworks for a PostgreSQL-compatible distributed database with an accent on resiliency, scalability, and performance. Focus on simulating real-world failure modes, uncovering data corruption, and validating consistency models like linearizability and serializability.

Location: Hybrid (Sunnyvale, CA) — 2–3 days per week in office

Salary: USD 150,000 - 180,000

Company

hirify.global builds a PostgreSQL-compatible distributed database designed for cloud-native applications, focusing on horizontal scalability and geo-distribution.

What you will do

• Architect, develop, and maintain advanced test automation frameworks for distributed systems.
• Design and execute comprehensive test suites focused on stress, resiliency, scalability, and performance.
• Orchestrate tests that simulate real-world failure modes to uncover deep-seated bugs like data corruption.
• Lead end-to-end quality for major features, from initial design review to production-ready automation.
• Modernize CI/CD pipelines by identifying opportunities for redesign and improved stability.
• Perform deep-dives into the C++ codebase to identify critical failure points and technical dependencies.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of experience in SDET or Systems Engineering with a BS/MS in Computer Science.
• Strong foundation in Distributed Systems, including CAP theorem, Raft, and consistency models.
• Expertise in Database Internals (ACID transactions, query processing, recovery logs).
• Proficiency in Python, Java, and advanced SQL, with the ability to navigate complex C++ code.
• Hands-on experience with Linux, shell scripting, Git, and scalable CI/CD pipelines.
• Must be authorized to work in the US; new H-1B visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice to have

• Experience leveraging generative AI and LLM-based coding assistants to optimize complex test suites.

Culture & Benefits

• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
• Comprehensive health and retirement plans.
• Hybrid work environment with team collaboration in Sunnyvale.
• Commitment to equal pay for equal work and compensation transparency.