Progress Software · 19 hours ago
Principal Software Engineer – MarkLogic Database
Burlington, Massachusetts
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$144K/yr - $178K/yr
8+ years expProgress Software is a trusted provider of software that enables customers to develop, deploy, and manage responsible, AI-powered applications. They are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the design and development of core features related to their MarkLogic database, working closely with various teams to ensure high-quality software delivery.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of high-quality core features for the MarkLogic database, including security, scalability, reliability, and performance
Design and implement high-performance, scalable, and fault-tolerant systems using C++
Collaborate closely with the Product Owner, and Development teams to define product vision and ensure functional and non-functional requirements are met
Mentor and guide junior engineers, promoting best practices in distributed systems and secure software development
Design and implement proof-of-concept projects for the MarkLogic Database and Server Product
Lead technical discussions ensuring project engagements are collaborative and effective
Qualification
Required
8+ years of hands-on experience in database internals or building core components for data processing systems
5+ years of experience in distributed and multi-threaded systems. Being able to write software that performs both correctly and efficiently when deployed to a cluster of computers
Advanced C++ coding skills; familiarity with XQuery, JavaScript is a plus
Strong understanding of Linux/Unix systems; Windows experience is a bonus
Knowledge of MarkLogic Server or similar database systems is a significant plus
Working knowledge of all aspects of the software development lifecycle
Proven ability to debug complex server-side issues (e.g., using GDB)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerized environments
Experience with version control systems (SVN, Git)
Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
Preferred
Experience with high-performance distributed systems, fault-tolerant software architecture, and performance optimization
Experience with MarkLogic Server or similar NoSQL/SQL hybrid databases
Knowledge of web and network protocols, as well as document formats like JSON and XML
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and financial benefits (including 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Tuition Reimbursement program.
Additional voluntary benefits including crucial illness/hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, auto & home insurance, legal, and pet insurance.
Competitive salary, bonus, and best-in-class Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with a 27-month lookback
Flexible paid vacation time, paid day off for your birthday, and company holidays.
A variety of leave plans, including Parental Leave.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an employee well-being program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
Company
Progress Software
Progress Software (Nasdaq: PRGS) empowers organizations to achieve transformational success in the face of disruptive change.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.9B2025-07-22Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2024-02-27Post Ipo Debt· $400M
1995-01-01Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Amanda Arria
EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
George Westwater
Director of Software Engineering
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