Software Engineer - Kforce Inc.
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
About the Job
- Design, implement, and maintain robust time-series databases such as Apache Druid and Apache Pinot
- Optimize system performance, ensuring high throughput and low latency in data processing pipelines
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to data ingestion, query performance, and system stability
- Implement data retention policies and manage system resources efficiently
- Design and develop high-performance, scalable APIs using NodeJS (or other relevant technologies like Python)
- Implement RESTful APIs to serve processed data to various client applications
- Optimize API performance to handle high-concurrency scenarios
- Implement caching strategies and other performance optimization techniques
- Monitor system health and performance, ensuring all SLAs are met
- Develop and maintain automated monitoring and alerting systems
- Participate in on-call rotations to provide 24/7 support for critical systems
- Conduct regular system audits and performance-tuning sessions
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
- Automate deployment processes for AWS environments
- Collaborate with the Infrastructure team to optimize infrastructure provisioning and management
- Implement infrastructure-as-code practices using in-house tools built on top of technologies like Terraform or CloudFormation
- Write complex SQL queries to extract insights from large datasets
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years focused on time-series databases
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Apache Druid, Apache Kafka, Elasticsearch, or similar time-series database systems
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, particularly using GitLab
- Deep understanding of distributed systems concepts, including consistency models, partitioning, and replication
- Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design principles
- Strong knowledge of AWS services, including EC2, S3, Lambda, and EKS
- Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Proficiency in SQL, including experience with complex queries and query optimization
- Strong programming skills in NodeJS or other OOP languages, with experience in developing and maintaining high-scale APIs
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a passion for investigative approaches to troubleshooting
- Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making
- Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Passion for continuous learning and keeping up with the latest industry trends and technologies
- Strong sense of ownership and pride in your work
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities
- Experience with real-time analytics and stream processing technologies
- Experience with other programming languages such as Java, Scala, or Go
- Experience in a high-growth tech environment or fast-paced startup
- Familiarity with columnar storage formats and query engines
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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