Engineering Manager -- Operational Databases
Cloudera · Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
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Job highlights
- Lead database development team in Hungary.
- Develop Cloudera Operational Database and open source projects.
- Drive innovation roadmap and product enhancements.
- Collaborate with global engineering and product teams.
- Shape the future of enterprise AI and data platforms.
About the role
About Cloudera
At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry. Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.The Data Platform Pillar is the bedrock of Cloudera’s technology, where we design and build the core components that let our customers store, manage, and process data with unmatched scalability, security, and performance.
Job Description
Cloudera is looking for an Engineering Manager in Hungary with a strong technical background to help drive the development of Cloudera’s Operational Database components and services. The Operational Database team is responsible for the development of Cloudera Operational Database as well as Apache HBase, Phoenix, ZooKeeper and related open source projects.Cloudera Operational Database (aka. COD) is a public cloud based solution based on Apache HBase and Phoenix. HBase is the Hadoop database, a distributed, scalable, big data store and is one of the most widely used components in Hadoop, an essential tool for data engineering. Phoenix adds an SQL flavour to HBase, combining the SQL world with the scalability of HBase. ZooKeeper is the high availability coordination service of the Big Data world and is one of the most widely used components in the Hadoop ecosystem, an essential tool for coordinating component instances in large clusters.
As an Engineering Manager, you will be leading the Hungary based development team and together with its USA and APAC-based peer teams you will develop, distribute and support COD. You will also lead the team that develops open source HBase, Phoenix and ZooKeeper. You will help plan and deliver the innovation roadmap, make our products more supportable, enterprise ready and feature-rich.
As Engineering Manager you will:
- Lead a team of strong engineers to design, code, and implement elegant, scalable, enterprise-quality application services.
- Build strong relationships and collaborate with platform and UI engineers, quality engineers, UX designers, as well as, Engineering Management, Product Management, Field Engineering, and other external partners.
- Work closely with Product Managers to define the capabilities that should be built into the product based on customer use cases.
- As a leader, you should be able to fill in, to address gaps in process/practices followed by the team/organization.
- Help to define the career growth of your reportees by working with them and being responsible for their growth.
- Enhance developer velocity and team agility.
We’re excited about you if you have:
- Bachelors’ degree or equivalent with 2+ years of related management experience.
- Background in a distributed database systems, including database storage internals, NoSQL storage.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Solid interpersonal skills conducive to a distributed team environment.
- Solid experience with system software design and development with a strong understanding of computer architecture, storage, network, and IO subsystems, and distributed systems.
- Strong Understanding of Distributed Systems and building systems at scale.
- Should be able to drive the architecture/design and provide technical direction to the team.
- Past backend engineering skill set with expertise in Java, or strong C++ skills, with intermediate Java expertise.
- Ability to take ownership for large scale projects and leadership skills to drive them to success.
You may also have:
- A good understanding of the Apache Big Data ecosystem and over 3+ years of experience in database systems.
- Recognized contributions to open source projects.
- Experience using projects such as HBase, Phoenix, Accumulo, Cassandra, etc., is a big plus.
- Good Understanding of database development, distributed database systems, scaling, performance tuning.
- Experience building PaaS and SaaS products.
- Experience with container technologies (Kubernetes, Docker, Openshift, EKS, AKS, GKE, Google Anthos etc.), PKI and cloud networking.
Why this role matters:
You will tackle complex distributed systems challenges, crafting the foundational software for the control and data planes that powers CDP and keeps it running at massive scale. Working at the forefront of hybrid and multi-cloud technology, you will empower data scientists, engineers, and analysts with the tools and infrastructure they need for advanced analytics and modeling.Collaboration is key, you will work alongside brilliant minds across product, data science, and engineering to drive innovation, standardize best practices, and shape the future of enterprise AI and data platforms. This is your chance to build the future of data and see your work make a global impact.
This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
What you can expect from us:
- Generous PTO Policy
- Support work life balance with Unplugged Days
- Flexible WFH Policy
- Mental & Physical Wellness programs
- Phone and Internet Reimbursement program
- Access to Continued Career Development
- Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages
- Paid Volunteer Time
- Employee Resource Groups
Key skills/competency
- Engineering Manager
- Operational Databases
- Distributed Systems
- Database Internals
- NoSQL
- Hadoop Ecosystem
- Java
- C++
- PaaS/SaaS
- Cloud Technologies
Skills & topics
- Engineering Manager
- Operational Databases
- Distributed Systems
- Database Management
- NoSQL
- Hadoop
- Apache HBase
- Phoenix
- Java
- C++
- Team Leadership
- System Software Design
- Cloud Platforms
- Hungary
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience with distributed database systems, NoSQL, Java/C++, and team leadership.
- Showcase open-source contributions: If applicable, emphasize your involvement in projects like HBase or Phoenix.
- Demonstrate leadership skills: Provide examples of managing engineers, driving projects, and enhancing team agility.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss system software design, distributed systems, and database internals.
- Emphasize collaboration: Highlight your ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment.
Technical preparation
Deep dive into distributed database internals.,Practice system software design scenarios.,Review Java/C++ best practices for scale.,Study architecture for large distributed systems.
Behavioral questions
Describe leading a distributed engineering team.,How do you foster career growth for reports?,Share an example of driving team agility.,Discuss managing cross-functional stakeholder relationships.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cloudera's focus for the Operational Database Engineering Manager role?
- The Engineering Manager, Operational Databases role at Cloudera focuses on leading the Hungary-based development team in building and enhancing Cloudera Operational Database (COD), Apache HBase, Phoenix, and ZooKeeper. This includes driving innovation, ensuring product quality, and fostering team growth within a distributed global environment.
- What technical skills are most important for the Engineering Manager, Operational Databases at Cloudera?
- Key technical skills for this role include a strong background in distributed database systems (NoSQL storage internals), system software design, computer architecture, and distributed systems at scale. Expertise in Java or C++ is essential, along with a good understanding of the Apache Big Data ecosystem.
- How does Cloudera support work-life balance for its Engineering Managers?
- Cloudera supports work-life balance through initiatives like a generous PTO policy, dedicated 'Unplugged Days,' a flexible Work From Home policy, and programs for mental and physical wellness. This aims to help employees maintain a healthy balance while contributing to impactful projects.
- What are the opportunities for career growth in the Engineering Manager, Operational Databases role?
- As an Engineering Manager at Cloudera, you will be responsible for defining the career growth of your direct reports, working closely with them to achieve their professional development goals. You'll also enhance developer velocity and team agility, contributing to overall career progression within the organization.
- Is this Engineering Manager role remote or on-site in Hungary?
- The job description specifies that the Engineering Manager role is based in Hungary, leading the Hungary-based development team. While Cloudera offers a flexible WFH policy, the primary location for this management role is Hungary. Specifics about the hybrid model should be clarified during the application process.
- What kind of collaboration is expected in the Engineering Manager, Operational Databases position?
- Collaboration is central to this role. You will build strong relationships and work closely with platform and UI engineers, quality engineers, UX designers, Product Management, Field Engineering, and peer teams in the USA and APAC. This cross-functional teamwork is crucial for driving innovation and delivering on the product roadmap.