Overview

Oracle is seeking a transformational technical leader with deep expertise and passion for solving complex problems at the system and data-plane levels. As Principal Software Developer in Santa Clara, CA, you will drive innovation in high-scale cloud infrastructure and distributed systems. Join our team to architect cutting-edge solutions that power enterprise-grade performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable system and data-plane architectures for cloud-native services.
• Solve intricate performance bottlenecks in distributed systems handling massive data volumes.
• Mentor senior engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, design, and operations teams to deliver transformative features.
• Prototype and validate new technologies for high-throughput, low-latency networking and storage.
• Drive technical roadmap decisions and contribute to open-source projects when aligned with business goals.
• Conduct code reviews, architecture discussions, and performance optimizations at scale.
• Champion best practices in observability, reliability, and fault-tolerant system design.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in software development with focus on systems programming (C/C++, Rust, Java).
• Proven track record architecting distributed systems in cloud environments (AWS, OCI, GCP).
• Deep expertise in networking protocols, kernel bypass, RDMA, and DPDK technologies.
• Strong experience with data-plane acceleration (eBPF, SmartNICs, FPGAs).
• Excellent problem-solving skills demonstrated through complex system debugging and optimization.
• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity in a high-growth technology leader.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) matching and employee stock purchase program.
• Flexible PTO, parental leave, and wellness programs.
• Modern Santa Clara campus with gym, dining, and collaborative workspaces.