Senior Principal Software Engineer [gn] GERMANY

6 Months ago • 10 Years + • Research & Development

Job Details

Our Vision is to deliver the Most Reliable, Performant and Easy to Use Object Oriented Database system for client server and embedded environments. Our customers use our Object Oriented Database technology because it offers unparalleled flexibility and efficiency in managing complex data structures that closely mirror real-world objects which allows for more intuitive data modeling and faster development cycles.

Many companies use Actian technology in some of the most mission critical applications that impact your daily life.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of a mature, enterprise ready, mission critical Object-Oriented Database product. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of technology, driving innovation in a complex domain that is reshaping how data is stored, managed, and retrieved. As a Senior/Principal Software Engineer, you will have a significant impact on the architecture and design of the database engine, ensuring it meets the highest standards of performance, scalability, and reliability. If you are passionate about database technologies, object-oriented design, and are eager to join a talented team in delivering a world-class database product.

Key Responsibilities:

    • Design, implement and verify new features within mature existing products.
    • Debug, analyze and resolve complex database engine problems of customers and internal stakeholders.
    • Work with existing technical leadership and Product Architect to accelerate innovation and technical growth within the engineering team.
    • Identify synergies between existing products and tools. Determine how to combine strengths and assets to expand product capabilities.
    • Identify areas of improvements to current design and advocate alternative methods to enhance the database engine. 
    • Prepare and present material to technical and non-technical audiences. Articulate complex technical requirements and designs. 
    • Assist engineering staff in maintaining existing product releases.

Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
    • Exceptional core C++ skills, with 10+ years of professional development experience.
    • Proven track record of designing and implementing new features, based on technical, internal, and customer requirements, for commercially available software applications
    • Extensive knowledge of software architecture development and design methodologies 
    • Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming practices and design patterns
    • Profound knowledge with multithreading and concurrent programming.
    • Strong experience in database development
    • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Excellent troubleshooting and debugging capabilities.
    • Experience with Java and .NET
    • Working knowledge of Git
    • Ability to learn and implement new technologies quickly and effectively
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Experience with Agile (Kanban) environments 
    • Development experience on Windows and Linux operating systems
    • Fluently in German and English (both spoken and written)
If you are passionate about technology and eager to take on new challenges, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference through technology.

We value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying. 

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