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 Charleston, Kanawha County, US. This senior role offers a fixed annual salary of $135,074.97.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of Oracle Exadata Storage Server and Database Machine software.
• Architect and implement highly scalable, low‑latency distributed systems.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers, firmware teams, and product managers to deliver end‑to‑end solutions.
• Mentor senior engineers, conduct code reviews, and enforce best‑practice standards.
• Drive performance profiling, debugging, and root‑cause analysis for complex system issues.
• Contribute to technical roadmaps and research new technologies that enhance Exadata capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field.
• 10+ years of professional software development experience, with deep expertise in C/C++ and Java.
• Proven track record designing and delivering large‑scale distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of operating systems, networking, storage architectures, and concurrency.
• Experience with performance tuning, profiling tools, and low‑level debugging.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Experience

• Previous work on database or storage appliances.
• Familiarity with Linux kernel development and virtualization technologies.
• Publications or patents in systems engineering.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual base salary: $135,074.97. Oracle offers comprehensive health, retirement, and professional development benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What technologies will I work with in this role?

You will work primarily with C/C++, Java, Linux, networking, storage hardware, and distributed system frameworks.

What education is required?

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

Is relocation assistance provided?

Oracle’s relocation package is evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis for qualified candidates.