Senior Java Engineer Elasticsearch Oslo Norway

Elastic•Posted 2 weeks ago

Job Description

Join Elastic as a Senior Java Engineer on the Elasticsearch team in Oslo, Norway. Build scalable distributed search and analytics software using advanced Java, algorithms, and concurrency. Tackle challenging initiatives like Elastic Cloud Serverless and ES|QL query language. Collaborate globally in a distributed environment, contributing to open-source projects and delivering high-impact solutions for millions of users. Ideal for experienced engineers passionate about search engines and data storage technologies.

Required Skills

Java programming Data structures Concurrency constructs Algorithms Vector search Search engine development Query language implementation Storage-efficient solutions Troubleshooting complex issues Distributed systems Open source collaboration Performance optimization Operating systems and hardware interaction

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Requirements

6+ years of Software Engineering experience, highly proficient in Java and conversant in the standard library of data structures and concurrency constructs
2+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: vector search, search engine development, query language implementation or developing storage-efficient solutions
Solid software engineering foundations and deep technical proficiency in algorithms, with a proven track record of designing and delivering high-quality solutions
Experience troubleshooting complex issues
A high level of autonomy, owning projects from beginning to end
You've used several data storage technologies like Elasticsearch, Solr, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Cassandra and have some idea how they work and why they work that way

Benefits

Competitive base salary ranging from $133,100—$210,600 USD (higher in select US locations)
Eligibility to participate in Elastic's stock program
Company-matched 401k with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 6% of eligible earnings
Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
Flexible locations and schedules for many roles
Generous number of vacation days each year
Up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) matching for financial donations and service
Up to 40 hours each year for volunteer projects
Minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave
Holistic emphasis on employee well-being