Frontend Engineer - ClickStack

About the Role

The role entails working on both frontend and backend systems, streamlining debugging and monitoring for developers. You will be responsible for shaping the product, engaging with the community, and tackling technical challenges that arise. Your work will have a direct impact on how developers use data, making this a highly rewarding role for those passionate about software development and innovation.

Clickhouse is at the forefront of real-time analytics, data warehousing, observability, and AI workloads, with a customer base that includes global brands and AI innovators. By joining this team, you will be part of a mission to transform how companies use data, working with cutting-edge technologies and contributing to the growth of the company.

What You Will Do

• Own and build key features of the observability platform, focusing on both frontend and backend systems.
• Collaborate with open-source contributors and customers to solve their challenges and incorporate their feedback into the product roadmap.
• Supercharge HyperDX to efficiently process petabytes of observability data, unlocking groundbreaking analysis tools for engineers.
• Work on scaling the cloud-hosted platform to deliver seamless performance for a growing customer base.
• Engage in community building and support, fostering a strong developer community around Clickhouse’s products.
• Participate in the design and implementation of new features, ensuring they align with the company’s mission and vision.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements.
• Develop and maintain high-quality, reliable, and scalable code.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, providing support to internal and external stakeholders.

What We Are Looking For

• A full stack JavaScript developer with 5+ years of experience, preferably in building developer tools.
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript, Node.js, and React.js.
• Experience with SQL for query generation on ClickHouse.
• Proficiency in Docker and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• A passion for open source and the developer community, with experience in creating developer tooling.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Driven to ship features that make a tangible impact for customers, with a focus on delivering high-quality software.
• Experience with Next.js frontend and Express backend.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.

Nice to Have

• Expertise in distributed systems and event ingestion pipelines.
• Experience working with columnar databases.
• Strong opinions on observability tools and a vision for making them 10x better.
• Familiarity with Adjust and Excel, with the ability to integrate these tools into the development workflow.

Benefits and Perks

• The opportunity to work with a fast-growing, innovative company that is leading the market in real-time analytics and observability.
• Competitive compensation package, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Flexible working arrangements, with the option to work remotely from Germany.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and the chance to contribute to open-source projects.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment, with a team that is passionate about software development and innovation.
• Opportunities for career advancement, with a company that is committed to the growth and development of its employees.
• A culture that values work-life balance, with generous PTO and health benefits.
• The chance to work on a petabyte-scale, high-performance observability platform, making a real impact on how developers use data.

• When applying, make sure to highlight your experience with TypeScript, React, and Node.js, as these are key technologies used by Clickhouse.
• Showcasing your ability to work independently and as part of a remote team is crucial, given the nature of this role.
• Having a strong understanding of observability tools and how they can be improved will be beneficial in the interview process.
• Prepare to discuss your experience with building high-performance platforms and your approach to tackling technical challenges.
• Demonstrate your passion for open-source technologies and your willingness to contribute to the developer community.
• Emphasize your ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and approaches, as this is a rapidly evolving field.
• Highlight any experience you have with Adjust and Excel, and how you can leverage these tools in your development work.