QA Engineer - Core Database (Remote)

at ClickHouse
📍 United States
USD 125,000-185,000 per year
SENIOR
✅ Remote

SCRAPED

Used Tools & Technologies

Not specified

Required Skills & Competences ?

Go @ 4 Linux @ 4 Manual Testing @ 4 Python @ 4 SQL @ 4 Distributed Systems @ 4 Communication @ 7 Git @ 4 Debugging @ 7 QA @ 4 OLAP @ 4

Details

ClickHouse is an open-source column-oriented database system focused on being the fastest OLAP database. The Core Engineering team works on the ClickHouse open-source project and across engineering and product teams to develop and expand the Cloud service offering. This role is focused on improving the efficiency and quality of both the open-source and cloud offerings by building automation for critical operational functions that ensure ClickHouse Cloud operates smoothly at scale.

Responsibilities

  • Build and enhance test automation frameworks and develop automated test cases.
  • Test new features and ensure they land smoothly in production.
  • Test cross-functional implementations across internal teams at ClickHouse.
  • Implement new testing strategies and automation for large and complex distributed systems.
  • Evaluate new functionality of ClickHouse for each release and identify opportunities in the existing codebase for improvement.
  • Engineer and improve existing testing infrastructure.

Requirements

  • Extensive knowledge of SQL.
  • Previous experience in an SDET, Release Engineering, or QA role related to a classical database or distributed system.
  • Hands-on experience with programming languages such as Python, Go, or C++.
  • Ability to read C++ code for validation.
  • Working knowledge of Git, Linux, and shell scripting.
  • Experience with both manual testing and automation testing.
  • Strong production debugging skills and problem-solving ability.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, including with remote teams, and strong communication skills.
  • Ability to learn complex technology quickly in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Compensation

  • Typical starting salary range for roles based in the United States: $125,000 - $185,000 USD. The actual compensation may vary by location and individual factors.

Perks / Benefits

  • Flexible remote-friendly work environment; the company operates in multiple countries.
  • Employer contributions towards healthcare.
  • Stock options for new team members.
  • Flexible time off in the US and generous entitlement in other countries.
  • $500 home office setup for remote employees.
  • Opportunities to engage with colleagues at company-wide offsites.

Equal Opportunity & Privacy

ClickHouse provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination. See the company privacy statement for details.