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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 82 days Couchbase, Inc.'s roles stay open a median of 83 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Couchbase, Inc.'s roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Couchbase, Inc.
- high 23 stale, 0 reposted of 23 open
- Hiring momentum
- 39 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-25
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About this role
As a Lead Software Engineer at Couchbase, you will enhance the scalable storage engines for Couchbase Server and Couchbase Capella, focusing on developing high-availability, concurrent enterprise-grade system software. Your role will involve designing and developing features, taking ownership of product solutions, and collaborating with peers to meet product requirements while ensuring high-quality software delivery.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Couchbase, Inc. as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in computer science or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience building enterprise-grade infrastructure or systems software
- Proficient in C++, Golang or Java
- Experience with designing and writing concurrent/multi-threaded programs
- Deep knowledge of advanced operating system concepts and data structures
- Experience with performance analysis and debugging
Nice to have
- Knowledge of LSM trees
- Knowledge of Linux I/O stack and Database internals
- Experience in Distributed Systems
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
What you get
- Generous Time Off
- Health & Wellness: World-class medical, dental, vision, mental health, life insurance, and employee assistance programs
- Financial Security: Competitive retirement plans and business travel coverage
- Career Growth: A 'Be Valued, Create Value' philosophy focused on your continuous growth
- Fun & Comfort: Ergonomic setups for both WFH and in-office employees, plus snacks and meals when you’re in the office
Worth weighing
- No specific salary listed
- Role involves high responsibility and ownership
- Work may involve complex problem-solving in a fast-paced environment
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