[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)[![EDB logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/6c7d3949-221.png)](https://jobicy.com/company/edb.md)[EDB](https://jobicy.com/company/edb.md) # Staff Software Engineer-ClickHouse Committer Review the role, location requirements, compensation details, and application process before deciding whether this opportunity fits your next career move. [Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/edb.md)ShareRemote from[EMEA](https://jobicy.com/job-region/emea.md)SalaryUndisclosedDepartment[Software Engineering](https://jobicy.com/categories/engineering.md)EmploymentFull TimeExperienceSeniorPublished22 Oct 2026Apply before21 Nov 2026Listing views35Application actions2Application toolkit ## Make your next move. Prepare your resume, explore your fit, and draft a cover letter for this opportunity. AI Summary ## The role, at a glance. EDB is seeking a staff-level software engineer to advance its analytics portfolio through ClickHouse extensions and integrations, PostgreSQL-focused tooling, migration systems, and performance improvements. The role requires demonstrated upstream commits to the ClickHouse open-source project alongside deep database-internals experience. Core work includes building features, reviewing code, maintaining regression coverage, debugging database and network issues, and supporting CI/CD delivery. Candidates need systems-programming expertise in C, C++, Rust, or Go, plus Linux development and distributed-query-optimizer knowledge. This is a fully remote role for candidates in EMEA. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 5/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 4/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 5/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 4/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThis is a highly specialized staff-level database engineering position requiring proven upstream ClickHouse contributions and strong knowledge of database internals, distributed query optimization, and systems programming. The engineer is expected to independently solve complex performance and reliability issues while influencing code quality across the team. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles. Estimated job median (per year)Market rate$185,000US market range (per year)$150k–$230k0$253.00k AI insightThe yearly pay period is inferred from the job context; it was not explicitly stated by the employer. No employer salary was disclosed. Estimated annual USD market compensation for a staff-level database systems engineer with ClickHouse and PostgreSQL internals expertise is approximately $150,000–$230,000, with an estimated midpoint of $185,000; actual EMEA compensation may vary by hiring country and employment model. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. 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How would you investigate a performance regression in an analytical query workload? I would first reproduce and baseline the workload, inspect query plans and runtime profiles, isolate changes in statistics, storage, optimizer behavior, and resource usage, then benchmark targeted fixes with representative datasets before adding regression protection. What considerations matter when integrating ClickHouse-based analytics with PostgreSQL systems? Key considerations include data movement and consistency semantics, schema and type mapping, query pushdown, failure handling, observability, security, and minimizing latency and operational overhead while preserving a clear user experience. How do you design regression tests for a database bug fix? I create a minimal deterministic reproduction that fails before the fix, verify expected query results and error behavior after the fix, cover relevant edge cases, and ensure the test is stable across supported environments. How have you approached reviewing complex systems-level code? I review correctness, concurrency and memory safety, error handling, performance implications, API and architectural consistency, test coverage, and operational impact. I provide specific, actionable feedback and discuss larger design concerns early to keep reviews efficient. Opportunity details ## About this role. A Little About Us EDB provides a data and AI platform that enables organizations to harness the full power of Postgres for transactional, analytical, and AI workloads across any cloud, anywhere. EDB empowers enterprises to control risk, manage costs and scale efficiently for a data and AI led world. Serving more than 1,500 customers globally and as the leading contributor to the vibrant and fast-growing PostgreSQL community, EDB supports major government organizations, financial services, media and information technology companies. EDB’s data-driven solutions enable customers to modernize legacy systems and break data silos while leveraging enterprise-grade open source technologies. EDB delivers the confidence of up to 99.999% high availability with mission critical capabilities built in such as security, compliance controls, and observability. For more information, visit [www.enterprisedb.com](http://www.enterprisedb.com/) **Candidate Note: This position is 100% remote We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer, with proven upstream contributions to the ClickHouse OSS project; to design, develop, and maintain our core analytics products including ClickHouse extensions/integrations; WarehousePG (WHPG), Postgres Analytics Accelerator (PGAA), as well as migration tools, monitoring systems, and performance optimizations for the PostgreSQL ecosystem. In this role, you will be a core contributor within the team responsible for advancing our Analytics product portfolio, specifically around ClickHouse initiatives. You will implement new features, optimize performance, and ensure the stability of our software. ### What you will be doing: * Design and develop PostgreSQL database features and tools, with focus on ClickHouse real time analytics. * Review and refine code contributions from team members to ensure quality. * Write and maintain regression tests for bug fixes and new features. * Troubleshoot and resolve database, network, and software-related issues. * Work within CI/CD pipelines to ensure smooth integration and deployment. ### What you will bring: * 5+ years of database internals development experience (preferably PostgreSQL) and solid understanding of database principles. * Upstream contributions or commits to the ClickHouse OSS project required. * Deep expertise in at least one of the following: C, C++, Rust, or Go systems programming. * Experience with distributed query optimizers (e.g. Orca). * CS fundamentals (algorithms, OS internals, data structures). * Proficiency in Linux-based software development and debugging. * Experience optimizing analytical database system performance. * Strong problem-solving skills in database and system troubleshooting. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ### What will give you an edge: * Experience with analytical libraries / databases (Spark, DataFusion, DuckDB) and/or MPP systems (e.g., Greenplum). * Solid understanding of PostgreSQL internals. * Familiarity with machine learning libraries and techniques. * Knowledge of GitHub Actions workflows. * Prior contributions to other open-source database projects. EDB is committed to supporting our employees’ overall well being by offering a range of benefits and resources to promote a healthy work-life balance and wellness. We provide access to CuraLinc to aid employees in health and wellness tips and practices, as well as Wellness Fridays extending to December 2026! Check out our career site for more information on perks and benefits and reach out to our Talent Acquisition team for region specific benefits. We know it takes a unique mix of people and skills to help us in our mission to supercharge Postgres, and we understand that not everyone will check every box. We’d love to hear from you and we want you to apply! EDB is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. EDB was built on a commitment to trust and respect each other and to embrace an array of people and ideas. These values remain at the center of our culture and are key to our company’s integrity. EDB does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. EDB and its affiliates are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or any other similar payment related to unsolicited resumes or CVs except as required in a written signed agreement between EDB and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee. #LI-Remote Show more [Apply now >](https://jobicy.com/jobs/156381-staff-software-engineer-clickhouse-committer.md) > Annual salary information is not provided for this position. 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