MIT-Software Engineer-New Grad |Engine
About SingleStore
SingleStore is a distributed SQL database that brings transactions and analytics together in one high-performance platform. Our technology helps organizations work with data in real time across cloud and self-managed environments.
About the Engine Team
The Database Engine team builds the core technology behind SingleStore, including query execution, optimization, storage, data ingestion, reliability, and performance. This is an opportunity to work on systems software that powers a production database used at significant scale.
About the Role
As a University Graduate Software Engineer, you will work with experienced engineers to design, implement, test, and improve production-quality database software. You will own well-scoped projects, contribute to technical discussions, and develop a strong foundation in systems and database engineering.
Your work may include:
Developing features for the SingleStore database engine
Improving query execution, optimization, and runtime performance
Working on storage engines, indexing, transactions, or data management
Building reliable distributed-system components
Investigating and resolving performance, scalability, and correctness issues
Writing production code, tests, documentation, and technical designs
Collaborating with engineers, product managers, and cross-functional partners
Projects are delivered through regular release cycles, giving you the opportunity to see your work move from design to production.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, completed or expected by the start date
Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and software design
Programming experience in C++ or C
Understanding of operating systems, concurrency, multithreading, and computer architecture
Familiarity with Linux or Unix-based systems
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and solve complex technical problems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework or project experience in databases, distributed systems, storage systems, compilers, or networking
Experience with database internals, query processing, indexing, or transaction systems
Experience debugging or optimizing systems-level software
Familiarity with performance profiling, memory management, or low-level programming
Experience contributing to production software or substantial technical projects
What You’ll Gain
Mentorship from experienced database and systems engineers
Hands-on experience building software that ships to production
Exposure to database internals, distributed systems, and large-scale performance engineering
Opportunities to collaborate across engineering and product teams
A supportive environment focused on technical growth and meaningful ownership
SingleStore values individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives and is committed to building inclusive, collaborative teams.