Postgres Engineer

Snowflake7 months ago

Location

TR-Istanbul-MSO

Type

Full Time

Salary

TRY 110,000 – 160,000

Level

Mid

Role

Backend Engineer

Posted

Aug 14, 2025

Full TimeMid

The role

Summary

Snowflake is seeking a Postgres Engineer to join their innovative team developing a world-class OLTP service built on PostgreSQL. This role focuses on creating cutting-edge database extensions and optimizations for Snowflake's multi-cloud platform, working with experienced engineers on technologies like Apache Iceberg to deliver industry-leading performance and scalability solutions.

What you'll do

Database Innovation: Explore new database technologies and innovate to bring new capabilities to PostgreSQL

Extension Development: Design and develop PostgreSQL extensions to bring differentiating features to Snowflake's offerings

Performance Optimization: Identify and implement novel query optimization, transaction management, and data movement algorithms

Distributed Systems Engineering: Address distributed systems challenges including protocol design, fault-tolerance, and resource management

Scalability Solutions: Analyze and resolve performance and scalability bottlenecks in database systems

Production Monitoring: Build instrumentation tools and deliver solutions for production issues

End-to-End Project Delivery: Own complete project lifecycle from solution design through implementation and production rollout

Cross-Team Collaboration: Communicate and collaborate with product groups across different time zones

What we look for

Technical

PostgreSQL ExpertiseDeep understanding of PostgreSQL internals and extension framework

Systems ProgrammingStrong proficiency in C programming language for database development

Database FundamentalsSolid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and SQL

Distributed SystemsExperience with distributed database architectures and protocols

Performance EngineeringExperience optimizing high-performance mission-critical software

Education

Bachelor's DegreeComputer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Experience

Software Engineering Experience3+ years of experience in high-performance mission-critical software development

High-Velocity TeamsTrack record of working in fast-paced engineering teams delivering products to market

Innovation MindsetDemonstrated ability to push boundaries and deliver innovative technical solutions

Skills

Required skills

PostgreSQL InternalsDeep understanding of PostgreSQL architecture and extension development

C ProgrammingAdvanced proficiency in C for systems-level database programming

Database TheoryStrong foundation in database fundamentals, data structures, and algorithms

SQL ExpertiseAdvanced SQL skills for query optimization and database design

Distributed SystemsExperience with distributed database architectures and scalability challenges

Nice to have

Apache IcebergExperience with open table formats and data lake technologies

Cloud PlatformsMulti-cloud deployment experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Performance TuningExperience with database performance optimization and monitoring

OLTP SystemsBackground in online transaction processing system design

Parallel ComputingExperience with parallel execution engines and multi-threaded programming

Compensation & benefits

Salary

TRY 110,000 – 160,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Equity Compensation

Stock options and equity participation in Snowflake's growth

Health Insurance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Professional Development

Learning and development opportunities with industry-leading technologies

Remote Flexibility

Flexible work arrangements with global team collaboration

Innovation Time

Time allocation for exploring new technologies and innovative solutions

Interview process

1
Initial Screening — Technical phone screen focusing on PostgreSQL knowledge and systems programming experience
2
Technical Deep Dive — In-depth technical interview covering database internals, C programming, and system design
3
System Design Round — Distributed systems architecture discussion and database optimization scenarios
4
Team Interview — Cultural fit assessment and collaboration skills evaluation with potential team members
5
Final Round — Leadership interview focusing on innovation mindset and project delivery experience