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San Francisco, CA, USA
149K-246K Annually
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San Francisco, CA, USA
149K-246K Annually
Senior level
Design, develop, test, debug, and deploy core functionality for large-scale, cloud-native distributed database systems. Responsibilities include solving scalability and performance challenges, improving system robustness, conducting root-cause analysis, and supporting mission-critical services. The role requires expertise in distributed computing, database internals, operating systems, networking, storage, concurrency, and large-scale system architecture, with strong Java or C programming skills.
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The Experience
Are you a distributed systems expert passionate about building large-scale database technologies that support relentless growth and innovation?
We’re looking for experienced Core Database Internals Engineers with a strong background in database internals and distributed systems to join a team responsible for architecting, developing, and testing the next generation of cloud-native database. You’ll join a team of highly skilled, motivated software engineers and database experts, designing and developing robust, highly scalable software products to support Salesforce’s rapid growth.
You’ll need familiarity with database internals, distributed systems, or networking; interest in systems programming; strong software engineering skills; and enthusiasm for working on complex, highly concurrent, scalable, and resilient systems. You should have a track record of end-to-end ownership of architecture, design, implementation, monitoring, testing, and product support on large, mission-critical systems at petabyte scale.
Areas you may work on include logging/recovery, distributed lock management, distributed transactions, networking, cluster management, replication, high availability, monitoring, and serviceability. We work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, agile environment. We’re a hybrid team that values end-to-end service ownership — from concept to architecture, design to implementation, and testing to deployment and customer support.
What You'll Actually Be Doing

  • Design and develop core distributed database system functionality..
  • Develop new architecture and designs to solve complex scalability problems..
  • Generate ideas to improve robustness and performance..
  • Implement comprehensive functional and system tests for your area of responsibility and for overall database quality..
  • Debug issues, conduct root cause analysis, and diagnose defects..
  • Actively participate in the release and deployment process..


You're Our Person If...

  • BS or higher degree in Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience..
  • MS or PhD in databases or distributed systems is a plus..
  • Strong CS fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems..
  • 6+ years of experience in systems or database internals programming..
  • 6+ years of experience designing, building, and supporting large-scale systems..
  • Deep expertise in distributed computing (e.g., system architecture, communication, distributed consensus, and transactional protocols)..
  • Strong understanding of low-level operating system concepts, including multi-threading, memory management, networking, storage, performance, and scale..
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with a results-oriented approach and good ideas for innovation..
  • Ability to learn quickly and deliver high-quality code in a fast-paced, dynamic, agile team environment..
  • Strong Java or C programming skills.

Unleash Your Potential

When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future — but to redefine what’s possible — for yourself, for AI, and the world.

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At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions. The typical base salary range for this position is $148,500 - $223,900 annually. In select cities within the San Francisco and New York City metropolitan area, the base salary range for this role is $178,900 - $246,000 annually. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.

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