About the job
Join our dynamic and innovative global team of over 400 professionals dedicated to advancing open-source technology and multi-cloud solutions. Our mission is to empower developers, builders, and creators to realize their visions swiftly and effortlessly through a cloud data platform that provides easy access to open-source databases, search, streaming, and application infrastructure.
The Role:
We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to enhance our cloud operations platform, transforming the finest open-source technologies into seamless cloud services. As a key member of our team, you will focus on developing PostgreSQL services while enhancing their scalability and reliability.
We believe in automation, striving to eliminate tedious manual tasks in our processes. Our backend systems predominantly utilize Python, with some components in Java, Go, and C.
What You'll Do:
- Create high-quality, maintainable code and deliver robust features.
- Engage in technical discussions and conduct peer code reviews.
- Participate in technical planning and manage the backlog effectively.
- Assist in troubleshooting and resolving customer issues.
- Mentor and support fellow engineers.
- Automate workflows to reduce repetitive tasks.
- Enhance the scalability and reliability of PostgreSQL services.
What We're Looking For:
We encourage you to apply even if your experience does not match our exact criteria. We are committed to investing in the professional development of our team.
- Strong development skills in Python.
- Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, SQL Server, or OracleDB.
- Familiarity with backup solutions and strategies.
- Advanced knowledge of Linux operating systems.
- Experience with automated testing.
- Understanding of distributed systems.
- Experience with performance enhancements, bug fixes, and addressing security vulnerabilities.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
Nice to Have:
- Solid grasp of security principles (software, networking).
- Experience with infrastructure as code.
- Background in cloud DBAAS production environments.
- Experience in production software settings.
Exciting Next Steps:
If you believe Aiven is the perfect fit for you, we look forward to your application!

