SQL Queries at CockroachDB

Setup: Hybrid
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
Type: Full-time
Posted: Jun 4, 2026

Description

CockroachDB is seeking a highly experienced engineer to join their SQL Queries team, specifically focusing on expanding indexing capabilities beyond traditional relational workloads. The successful candidate will design and implement high-performance indexing systems like vector, full-text, and geospatial indexes to support AI-native and search-driven applications. This role involves solving deep systems problems, collaborating across the SQL organization, and developing production-quality features.

Required Skills

databases
indexing systems
distributed architectures
systems programming
Go
C/C++
Rust
data structures
algorithms
distributed systems

Additional Information

Preferred Qualifications: Passion for databases, indexing systems, and high-performance distributed architectures.
A strong background in backend or systems programming, preferably with Go, C/C++, or Rust.
Experience working on indexing or query execution systems such as vector, text, or spatial search.
Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems.
Curiosity about AI-driven and hybrid workloads that combine structured and unstructured data.
A focus on building reliable, maintainable, and high-performance software.
Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with a distributed global team.
Typically 10+ years of experience building large-scale, production-grade systems.