Lead Software Engineer – CoreDB Storage

Location: Chennai, India

🚀 Why Exasol? Why Now?

Exasol accelerates insights from the world’s data. Our in-memory technology, massively parallel processing (MPP) technology is specifically designed for analytics, enabling businesses to turn data into actionable insights.

At Exasol, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in data analytics, and we are looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of data technology. Join our diverse, remote-first team where more than 30+ languages (and counting!) are spoken, and every voice is valued. We are looking for passionate individuals who thrive on collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to help shape the future of data technology.

💼 Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Software Engineer to join our CoreDB Storage team. You will champion our parallel storage solution, focusing on scalability and efficiency.

This role involves designing advanced algorithms, collaborating with teams for integrated storage functionality, and staying updated with industry advancements.

Join our journey in pioneering storage solutions.

🎯 Responsibilities

• Further development of our massive parallel storage solution for improved scalability and efficiency.

• Design and implement complex algorithms for effective data management, storage, and retrieval.

• Engage in close collaboration with other development teams to ensure integrated and peak storage-related functionalities.

• Offer insights and innovation in our storage solution backed by a solid foundation in parallel storage technologies.

• Remain updated with the latest trends and advances in storage technologies.

• Test, debug, and refine the codebase for maximum stability and reliability of our storage solutions.

✅ Required Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in modern C++ programming with a keen eye for performance optimization.

• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Bash and Python.

• Solid understanding of Linux environments and ideally, Linux-Kernel know-how.

• Knowledge in parallel Storage-Technology, such as HDFS, GlusterFS, Ceph, and RAID algorithms.

• Familiarity with public cloud storage solutions across AWS, Azure, GCP.

• Proven expertise in creating efficient and distributed algorithms.

• An analytical mindset with a structured approach to problem-solving, coupled with high quality awareness.

• A degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Structured, analytical approach to problem solving.

• Working proficiency in English.

💡 Preferred Qualifications / Key Skills

• A strong grasp of fundamental Linux concepts, including POSIX (sockets, messaging, shared memory), System V, and system calls, with an emphasis on understanding how memory, processes, and inter-process communication (IPC) work.

• Proficient in C++ for performance-oriented tasks, especially in multi-threading, multi-processing, and optimizing algorithms.

• Experience with Massively Parallel Processing (MPP) and SIMD is essential for optimizing parallel tasks and processing multiple data points simultaneously.

• Knowledge of parallel storage technologies is preferable.

• Knowledge of public cloud storage solutions is preferable.

📆 A Day in the Life

You will work closely with the CoreDB Storage team to enhance Exasol’s parallel storage architecture. Your day may involve designing algorithms to improve storage performance, collaborating with development teams to integrate storage functionality across systems, and testing or debugging components to ensure stability and reliability.

You will also stay up to date with the latest storage technology advancements and contribute innovative ideas that strengthen Exasol’s high-performance analytics platform.

📈 What’s in It for You

Own Your Impact

At Exasol, you are not just a cog in the machine; you will step into immediate ownership of projects, driving them forward with a refreshing level of autonomy.

Thrive in a Global Team

Join a vibrant, international community where diversity is celebrated, collaboration is key, and feedback fuels growth.

Learn, Grow, Lead

We are invested in your development. Continuous knowledge-sharing, “Coffee and Learn” sessions, exciting events, and leadership programs empower you to grow.

Work on Your Terms

Enjoy adaptable working hours, remote options, and “workcations” for better work-life balance.

Growth Beyond the Office

Benefit from a comprehensive onboarding experience, engaging team events, and our commitment to diversity and sustainability.

Rewards that Matter

Monthly home office allowance, volunteering options, floating days, and secure pension plans (location-dependent).

📍 Location Requirements

This role is based in Chennai, India, working with global engineering teams across Exasol.

About Exasol

Take the next step in your career journey. Visit www.exasol.com to explore our current job openings, and follow us on LinkedIn to see what it is like to work at Exasol.

Exasol is a proud, equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive working environment and therefore base all our employment selection decisions on experience, skill, and integrity. We strongly encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply for our positions, irrespective of age, sex, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, etc.