Principal Software Developer- C/C++ , Java, Distributed System

Oracle is hiring a Principal Software Developer experienced in C/C++, Java and distributed systems to work on the Exadata team in Cedar, Cole County, US. This senior role offers a competitive salary of $139,517.11.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize core components of Oracle Exadata Storage Server and Database Machine.
• Lead architecture decisions for high‑performance, scalable distributed systems.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and software teams to integrate system‑level solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive best‑practice coding standards.
• Conduct performance analysis, profiling, and troubleshooting of production systems.
• Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and technical road‑mapping.

Required Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field.
• 10+ years of professional software development experience.
• Expertise in C/C++ and Java programming.
• Strong background in distributed systems, networking, and storage technologies.
• Proven ability to work on complex, performance‑critical code bases.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with database internals, especially Oracle Database.
• Familiarity with hardware‑accelerated storage solutions.
• Knowledge of Linux kernel development and low‑level system programming.

Location & Compensation

Based in Cedar, Cole County, US. Salary: $139,517.11 per year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What technologies will I work with in this role?

You will develop core components using C/C++, Java, and work on high‑performance distributed storage and database systems.

What education is required?

A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science or a related field is required.

Is relocation assistance provided?

Oracle offers relocation assistance for qualified candidates moving to Cedar, Cole County.