Product Engineer, Backend (CockroachDB Cloud Console) - Cockroach Labs : Job Details

Category-defining tech. Career-defining work. Lots of tech companies disrupt. But, many fail when they try to scale. We're different. CockroachDB makes it easier for companies to build and scale apps. This is how and why we're helping some of the most innovative companies on the planet. We tackle problems head-on and focus on solutions that create lasting impact. Because when our customers win, we all win.The Role We are looking for backend-focused Product Engineers to join the CockroachDB Cloud Console team. This product development team builds user interfaces, APIs, services, and integrations (including Terraform) that simplify how users set up, manage, and operate their CockroachDB clusters. Your primary focus will be on designing and evolving the backend systems that power our cloud console and developer tooling, enabling other engineers and users to build and innovate faster. We're looking for team-oriented engineers who are excited about distributed databases, scalable infrastructure, and seamless developer experiences. You Will

• Partner with product managers and frontend engineers to align backend solutions with product goals.
• Expose and showcase CockroachDB's differentiators via a developer and operator friendly set of product surfaces.
• Contribute to tools and integrations that help customers automate their workflows.
• Drive back-end best practices and public API design, making it easier for other teams to contribute to the web application and API in a consistent manner.
• Design, build, and test features that are critical to the success of CockroachDB Cloud.
• Develop in Go, but if you don't know it, you'll learn while you're here.
• Experiment and leverage modern tools, including AI-powered coding assistants and productivity tools, to streamline your workflow and amplify your impact.
• Participate actively in design and technical discussions, contributing your ideas and expertise.
• Support team culture through mentorship, feedback, and collaboration.

The Expectations In the first month, you will start to learn about our production systems, software development workflow, and the architecture of CockroachDB Cloud. We believe that it's essential for you to take this time to become familiar with our technology, company, and our culture. After three months, you'll be a fully-fledged member of the CockroachDB Cloud Console team and be comfortable contributing to projects. You will begin taking more ownership of feature development, negotiating scope and deadlines with Product, and providing feedback on design docs and code. We want our users to have a phenomenal experience using our product. You play a crucial role in making CockroachDB Cloud a joy to use, and as our team grows, you will have the opportunity to shape the direction of development for CockroachDB Cloud. We also offer technical training and experienced mentorship to help you learn and advance your career into whatever you wish it to be. You Have

• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience designing and building APIs, backend services, or platform components at scale.
• Proficiency (or interest) in Go, or another strongly typed language like C++, Java, or Rust.
• Experience contributing to infrastructure tooling such as Terraform providers, CLIs, or Kubernetes operators.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, especially in cross-functional product teams.
• Passion for building practical, user-friendly products.
• A BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Cockroach Labs is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you need additional accommodations to feel comfortable during your interview process, please email us at [email protected]. Cockroach Labs has a hybrid work model, with Roachers that are local to one of our offices coming in on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays and working flexibly the rest of the week. While we've learned valuable lessons working remotely, nothing can replace the connection, creativity, and fun that occurs when Roachers get together and we are committed to fostering a workplace that encourages collaboration and allows us all to do our best work. Benefits

• Stock Options
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Professional Development Funds
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Days
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Benefits
• Mental Wellbeing Benefits
• And more!

The annual anticipated base salary range for U.S. candidates for this role is listed in USD below. Salary is one component of the Cockroach Labs' Total Rewards package, which also includes, for each employee: stock options, medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life and disability insurance, funds towards professional development resources, flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays a year, 10 paid sick days a year, paid parental leave, a 401(k) plan, and wellbeing benefits. We set standard ranges for all U.S.-based roles based on function, level, and geographic location, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Actual salaries may vary and fall outside of this range depending on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, geographic location, skills, experience, and competencies. In addition, we are often open to a wide variety of profiles, and recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than this job description as posted. Salaries for candidates outside the U.S. will vary based on local compensation structures. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our Careers Page. Annual Anticipated Base Salary Range (U.S) $154,000 - $200,000 USD