Software Engineer II (C++)

TL;DR

Software Engineer II (C++): Developing core systems and server-side infrastructure for the MarkLogic multi-model NoSQL database with an accent on database internals, distributed systems, and high-performance capabilities. Focus on designing C++ components for transactions, journaling, and storage abstractions while ensuring scalability and fault tolerance across platforms.

Location: Hybrid; Must be local to either Burlington, MA or Raleigh, NC at time of application. No relocation packages provided.

Salary: $124,950 - $147,000

Company

hirify.global is a provider of software that enables customers to develop, deploy, and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain C++ components for MarkLogic Server subsystems, including transactions, journaling, security, and storage abstractions.
• Develop software components for distributed, multi-threaded environments to ensure high availability and scalability.
• Collaborate with QA engineers to define testing strategies and resolve complex server-side issues using GDB.
• Participate in code and design reviews to implement best practices for systems and database development.
• Analyze and fix customer-impacting problems in collaboration with support teams.
• Utilize Git-based workflows and adhere to established engineering standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Approximately 3+ years of professional software development experience in systems or backend development.
• Strong programming experience in C++, specifically for server-side or systems software.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, OOP, and Linux/Unix operating systems.
• Proficiency in multi-threaded and concurrent programming concepts.
• Must be based in or local to Burlington, MA or Raleigh, NC.

Nice to have

• Experience with database systems, distributed systems, or large-scale backend platforms.
• Familiarity with write-ahead logging (WAL), replication, or consistency models.
• Knowledge of security concepts like TLS/SSL, encryption, and authorization.
• Exposure to JavaScript, XQuery, AWS, or Azure.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan and Tuition Reimbursement program.
• Performance-based annual corporate bonus and Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Flexible paid vacation, company holidays, and birthday day off.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.