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Principal Software Developer - Vector Search - Elasticsearch

Elastic · Canada

Posted 20 days ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
20 days
Elastic's roles stay open a median of 32 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Elastic's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Elastic
low
0 stale, 5 reposted of 372 open
Hiring momentum
495 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Elastic's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Elastic.

About this role

The Principal Software Developer will work on the Elasticsearch Search team, focusing on enhancing vector similarity search functionality. Responsibilities include designing and implementing new features, improving existing capabilities, resolving bugs, and collaborating with a globally distributed team. The role requires a high level of autonomy and expertise in vector databases and modern Java programming.

Our read on this posting3.2out of 5
benefits
4/5
freshness
4/5
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 Elastic as an employer.

What you need

  • Experience implementing novel techniques in vector similarity on a search platform
  • Professional experience with vector similarity and vector databases
  • Strong skills in core Java and familiarity with data structures and concurrency
  • Ability to work autonomously and guide projects from start to finish
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice to have

  • Experience with Elasticsearch
  • Familiarity with open source projects and source control workflows
  • Experience designing and leading cross-functional initiatives

What you get

  • Participation in Elastic's stock program
  • Company-matched Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
  • Health coverage for employees and their families
  • Flexible locations and schedules
  • Generous vacation days
  • Financial donation matching up to $2000

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of the tech stack beyond Java and Elasticsearch
  • Role involves significant collaboration over the internet, which can be challenging
  • Salary range is provided but may vary based on multiple factors

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Listed by Elastic on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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