Staff Software Engineer, Starburst

Cloud Networking

$195-215k

+ Equity

Java
Linkerd
Senior and Expert level
Remote in US
Starburst

Single-point access for data anlytics

Open for applications

Starburst

Single-point access for data anlytics

501-1000 employees

B2BData storageAnalyticsData Integration

Open for applications

$195-215k

+ Equity

Java
Linkerd
Senior and Expert level
Remote in US

501-1000 employees

B2BData storageAnalyticsData Integration

Company mission

To free customers from the tyranny of data lock-in.

Role

Who you are

  • Prior experience developing distributed systems
  • Extensive software development experience with Java
  • Strong proficiency in cloud network infrastructure (specifically with service mesh technologies like Istio, Linkerd, or ServiceComb), security technologies and observability frameworks
  • Demonstrated experience with software engineering and design best practices
  • Appreciation for creating maintainable, performant, and high quality software as part of a fun, high-performing global team
  • Demonstration of ownership, grit, and bias for action - core values at Starburst

What the job involves

  • Starburst is looking for a Staff Software Engineer, Network Infrastructure to work with our globally distributed engineering team on the core of Starburst’s platform
  • This role will allow you to contribute to the advancement of Trino and Starburst directly by helping to rebuild the Starburst Galaxy Control Plane
  • Our managed SaaS and both open-source and proprietary software provide unique and interesting problems to be solved, and incredible learning opportunities for any engineer
  • Design, develop, and operate cloud networking and observability infrastructure for highly available Starburst Galaxy Control Plane
  • Continuously improve our engineering processes, tests, and systems that allow us to scale the code base and productivity of the team
  • Build resilient systems to monitor the performance of the infrastructure, diagnosing and troubleshooting issues, and making necessary changes to optimize system performance
  • Collaborate with teams globally and operate in a fast-paced environment
  • Provide exceptional customer support for both internal and external customers

Our take

Starburst offers a unified platform for accessing distributed data from various databases through its Trino-based query engine. This approach helps users cut infrastructure and analytics costs by providing a single point of access. As the Data Lakes market grows nearly 30% annually, Starburst is well-positioned to help businesses manage their increasingly complex data.

The company has recently gained recognition for its advanced capabilities in data management. Starburst emphasises the importance of real-time hybrid data access and robust security, especially for AI applications. Its latest report, developed in collaboration with TheCUBE Research, underscores how effective data management practices are essential for successful AI implementation.s

Key findings from the report include the critical need for real-time data access and the alignment of data strategies with AI goals. These insights highlight how Starurst's technology supports efficient AI deployment and data management.

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Insights

Top investors

Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks

17% employee growth in 12 months

Company

Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)

Feb 2022

$250m

SERIES D

Dec 2020

$100m

SERIES C

Total funding: $414m

Company benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Insurance Coverage
  • Life Insurance, Disability, and Income Protection
  • Employee assistance Programs
  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Remote Work Opportunties
  • Equity Ownership

Company values

  • Humility: We put our customers and our colleagues before ourselves. We check our egos at the door and are not afraid to be wrong or to learn in public. Our goal is to reach the right answer, not our own answer
  • Authenticity: We are honest with each other and with ourselves. We respect and admire each other for the diverse perspectives we each bring to the table and welcome open debate. We always keep it real and say the last 10%
  • Grit: Startups are not for the faint of heart. We’re in it for the long haul – we persevere and figure it out together through the tough times, the challenges, and the setbacks. We hold strong as one. We are made for this
  • Inclusive Meritocracy: We push ourselves to master our craft and give our best to get things done. We recognize and reward based on strong performance and merit. We value picking the best ideas, no matter who raises them. It's about how we show up and what we deliver, not who we know or what our experiences were
  • Doing Whatever It Takes: We attack the problem head on as one team. We don’t step aside, wait around for someone else to solve it or avoid the roadblock. We tackle our work with determination and dedication to the results. We focus on long-term success for Starburst vs. short term individual wins. We believe we all own our successes and failures. We don’t blame others for our failures, but instead find a way to enlist the help we need, and find solutions to get it done
  • Customer Obsessed: We solve for our customer. It means doing the right things, even when it’s hard. We aspire to remove obstacles and bring easy solutions to our customers, putting the power back in their hands. We don't want to just make them happy, we want to help them succeed

Company HQ

Fort Point Channel Landmark District, Boston, MA

Leadership

Justin Borgman

(CEO, Chairman)

Founder and CEO of Starburst's precursor company Hadapt, which was acquired by Terdata in 2014. Served as VP & GM at Teradata before co-relaunching Hadapt as Starburst in 2017.

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