At Imply, we are on a mission to help developers unleash the power of real-time analytics. Our unique database, built from Apache Druid, enables them to develop the next generation of analytics applications. With Imply, developers can build without constraints as our database lets them create interactive data experiences on streaming and batch data with literally limitless scale and at the best economics.
Backed by leading investors including a16Z and Bessemer Venture Partners, Imply is on a fast growth trajectory - disrupting the $100B database market - with customers including Twitter, Salesforce, Reddit, and Intercontinental Exchange. Come join our team of disruptors, pioneers, and innovators!
The Role:
The Applications team at Imply is seeking a backend specialist with an interest in working with and on Apache Druid. Our team builds customer-facing applications leveraging the power of our database, Apache Druid, to simplify data management, ingestion, and analysis and to provide customers with powerful APIs and SDKs for integrating critical functionality into their automation and software. Applications is a full-stack team that builds across every layer of the product, from doing state-of-the-art database engineering through micro-services, all the way up to the UI.
Responsibilities:
- Implement and maintain micro-services and backend software components in modern Java
- Develop and maintain state-of-the-art features within Apache Druid
- Lead in the design and development of major features across teams
- Coordinate directly with PM, UX design, frontend engineers, and backend engineers to successfully deliver major initiatives, new features, and products
- Be on-call for production issues (2 weeks per cycle, 4-6 times per year)
Requirements:
- 5+ years experience building and maintaining highly scalable and reliable services in Java or a similar language
- Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, cloud providers such as AWS, and/or related technologies
- Experience using relational and/or OLAP databases
- Experience with agile methodologies
- Strong communication and coordination skills
Bonus Points:
- Experience using Apache Druid
- Open source contributions to Apache Druid or other open source database
- Experience using streaming technologies such as Apache Kafka and Apache Flink
What we offer:
- 100% Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- 401(k) Program
- Fertility Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Dependent Care FSA
- Mental Health Support
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Wellness Stipend
- Home Office Equipment Reimbursement
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Individual compensation will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications aligned with Imply’s internal levelings guidelines and benchmarks. The below range encompasses roles with on target earnings. This role is also eligible to participate in Imply’s equity plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.Compensation: $165,000 - $220,000Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that certain minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification.
At Imply, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or for other roles in the future.Imply is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.Please note, applications and candidate submissions are subject to our privacy policy and, for California residents, the CCPA terms available at https://imply.io/privacy._Attention: Imply ApplicantsDue to reports of phishing, we’re requesting that all Imply applicants apply through our official Careers page at imply.io/careers.
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