Cockroach Labs

Backend Software Engineer for CockroachDB

📍 Location
toronto, on
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
May 28, 2026

Job Description

Join the KV team to drive the development of an open-source, cloud-native SQL database with CockroachDB. Bring your expertise in distributed systems and collaborative spirit to make data easy for everyone.

We seek a passionate backend software engineer with 5+ years of experience, focusing on complex technical products. Ideal candidates have a knowledge of Go, C, C++, or Rust, along with expertise in designing distributed systems. Join us to enhance CRDB’s foundational components, including Resource Management and the Transaction Layer.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and enhance the distributed foundations of CockroachDB
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks across the KV layer
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings
• Take ownership of technical challenges from start to finish
• Participate actively in code reviews and team problem-solving

Requirements:
• 5+ years of rel...

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