Postgres Engineer

SupabaseSupabase·Remote
Software Development

WFA Digital Insight

As demand for cloud-based database solutions grows, skilled Postgres engineers are in high demand. With the rise of remote work, companies like Supabase are leading the way in scalable, secure database technologies. To succeed in this role, candidates will need deep expertise in PostgreSQL internals and experience with managed PostgreSQL deployments. Before applying, consider highlighting your experience with PostgreSQL extensions, performance optimization, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Job Description

About the Role

Supabase is seeking a Senior Postgres Engineer to join their Postgres Team and help maintain and expand the stability and functionality of their hosted Postgres offering.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain PostgreSQL extensions in C and Rust
  • Diagnose and resolve issues in managed PostgreSQL deployments
  • Own idempotent deployment pipelines across thousands of running PostgreSQL instances
  • Manage complex extension ecosystems
  • Collaborate closely with customers, partners, product, engineering, support, and success teams

Requirements

  • Deep expertise in PostgreSQL internals
  • Proven experience building PostgreSQL extensions in both C and Rust
  • Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL's permission model
  • Experience troubleshooting production issues in managed PostgreSQL environments

Benefits

  • Fully remote work arrangement with a global team
  • WeWork membership or co-working allowance

How to Stand Out

  • Highlight your experience with PostgreSQL extensions, including building and maintaining them in C and Rust.
  • Showcase your ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues in managed PostgreSQL deployments.
  • Prepare to discuss your experience with idempotent deployment pipelines and how you ensure seamless rollouts.
  • Be ready to collaborate with the team to demonstrate your ability to work with cross-functional teams.
  • Research Supabase's technology stack and be prepared to discuss how your skills align with their needs.

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