InfluxData is the creator of InfluxDB, the leading time series platform used to collect, store, and analyze all time series data at any scale. Developers can query and analyze their time-stamped data in real-time to discover, interpret, and share new insights to gain a competitive edge. InfluxData is a remote-first company with a globally distributed workforce. We are building the next generation of InfluxDB, a high-performance time series database. This includes columnar storage, a DataFusion-based query engine, and data transformation pipelines. This team works alongside our platform team to build a distributed, cloud-native database that is highly available and scalable. We are seeking a highly skilled senior engineer with strong experience in both a systems programming language and in distributed systems or database systems. Our team is 100% distributed and remote, and we are looking for someone who is comfortable working with fast-moving requirements and a high degree of autonomy. Current areas of ownership include Import/Export, Data Transformation Pipelines (the Processing Engine), and WebUI integration. Debug and fix issues, including performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, and other production issues. Work directly with the platform team to improve the operational aspects of InfluxDB 3, including monitoring, alerting, and observability. Be part of a production on-call rotation, triaging and debugging issues as they arise. 8+ years of qualified software experience ~ Deep knowledge of at least one of Rust, C++, or Go (Rust preferred) ~ Experience building high-throughput,



low-latency systems in a distributed environment ~ Proficiency in working closely with product managers, sales, and support to understand customer needs and translate them into technical requirements ~ Demonstrated the ability to use AI coding tools in day-to-day workflows. You can critique, validate, and refine AI-generated output Experience with Python, the language for Processing Engine plugins Experience with WebAssembly, our runtime for embedding the frontend in the database Knowledge of consensus protocols and distributed databases Our interview process begins remotely. Some roles may require an in-person meeting with a team member as part of the final stage. To view our CCAA policies click HERE If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access this website to apply for a vacancy as a result of your disability. InfluxData does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters and recruitment agencies through our website, job board or directly to employees. We do not conduct interviews via text or instant message and we do not ask candidates to download software other than Zoom, to purchase equipment through us, or to provide sensitive personally identifiable information such as bank accounts or social security numbers. If you have been contacted by someone claiming to be from InfluxData from a different domain about a job offer, please report it as potential job fraud to law enforcement and to jobs@influxdata.

📌 Senior Software Engineer, Database (Canada)
🏢 InfluxData
📍 Canada