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Oracle Software Developer 5 - C/C++, Distributed System in Redwood City, California
Job Description
Design, develop, troubleshoot and debug software programs for databases, applications, tools, networks etc.
The Oracle Clusterware team focuses on research, design, and development of software infrastructure that powers Oracle Database (RAC) and other applications to achieve high availability and scalability across hundreds of nodes. Oracle Clusterware infrastructure ensures 99.99% availability for RAC and custom applications, supporting mission-critical use cases worldwide.
Our commitment to quality drives us to use advanced techniques and a world-class development process, building algorithms that are efficient, fault-tolerant, and often innovative enough for patent consideration. A single failure cannot compromise the entire subsystem.
This software is relied upon globally for business-critical applications by leading websites, stock trading firms, telecommunications companies, and banks. Despite being part of a large division within a major corporation, our team maintains the agility, spirit, and enjoyment of a small company environment.
We are seeking a skilled, curious, and self-motivated Senior Software Engineer with expertise in system design and implementation with proficiency in C/C++ development, Java, data structures and algorithms, operating systems, and strong debugging and troubleshooting abilities. The ideal candidate will have experience with highly available and scalable distributed systems, multi-threaded applications, network protocols, and socket programming. They should be able to design CPU and memory-optimized server architectures capable of handling thousands of concurrent connections and enabling rapid data transfer.
In this role, you’ll be instrumental in developing high-performance, reliable software solutions, working independently on complex projects from design to deployment.
For more information on Clusterware and RAC please visit below links:
https://www.oracle.com/database/technologies/rac/clusterware.html
https://www.oracle.com/database/real-application-clusters/
Career Level - IC5
Responsibilities
As a member of the software engineering division, you will take an active role in the definition and evolution of standard practices and procedures. Define specifications for significant new projects and specify, design and develop software according to those specifications. You will perform professional software development tasks associated with the developing, designing and debugging of software applications or operating systems.
Design, implement, and optimize C/C++ applications with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and maintainability. Write, test, and maintain code for low latency & high throughput servers for distributed system capable of handling high volumes of concurrent connections and data. Participate in design discussions and code reviews to provide quality solutions.
Proficient in using debugging techniques to troubleshoot complex software issues.
Required Qualifications:
BS/MS in Computer Science or related field.
12-15 years of experience of software development.
Proficient in C/C++ programming, Java and scripting languages.
Strong fundamentals such as data structures, excellent understanding of OS concepts like memory management, multi threading, IO subsystem, networking, and process scheduling.
Hands-on experience with debugging techniques using traces and core dumps, and tools like gdb, tcpdump/wrireshark, strace, pstack, valgrind, etc.
Ability to design and implement high-performance, CPU and memory optimized scalable server solutions.
Excellent trouble shooting skills.
Preferred Qualifications :
Familiarity with designing servers for distributed system which are always on, self-recover or self-heal in case of problem to avoid downtime and can scale up and scale down dynamically based on demand.
Familiarity and ability to build AI/ML models and apply them to improve diagnosability and troubleshooting as well as prediction and self-correction.
Understanding of security best practices for distributed applications.
Familiarity with Go, gRPC
Experience in building cloud services
Soft Skills:
Self-motivated, goal driven with the ability to work independently on complex projects.
Ability to lead team members of all experience levels.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Collaborative and team player.
Disclaimer:
Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.
Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only
US: Hiring Range: from $96,800 to $251,600 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.
Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle’s differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
Short term disability and long term disability
Life insurance and AD&D
Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
11 paid holidays
Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Financial planning and group legal
Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
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