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C/C++ Developer (PostgreSQL experience)

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PostgreSQLLinuxC++

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gdbvalgrindstraceRHELgccmakeglibcRPM repositoriespatchingupstream

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About the Position

We are seeking a C/C++ Developer with PostgreSQL experience to join our team in Ivano-Frankivsk or Wroclaw, focusing on maintaining and supporting critical PostgreSQL extensions.

About the Project

The client is a card transaction processing company that provides services to banks and other state or commercial companies within Ukraine and abroad. The project offers payment solutions: money transfers, POS services, ATM monitoring services, etc. The system accepts payments by payment cards and e-wallets and provides convenient tools for the development of e-commerce and A2A. Whatever business it is: online, offline, or on a mobile phone, launch an online store, a mobile application, issue an invoice, or arrange for subscription services - the platform will help with any task. In addition, the team works on separate services for Merchant control, simplified flows to process payments, etc.

The project will start from the first stage - developing/adjusting Red Hat packages to the client's infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and package a critical suite of open-source PostgreSQL extensions (pg_hint_plan, pg_cron, pg_stat_kcache, pg_wait_sampling, pg_profile, pgmail, and postgres_exporter).
  • Provide Level 3 production support for PostgreSQL extension issues in a live environment.
  • Develop/adjust Red Hat packages to fit the client's infrastructure.
  • Troubleshoot and debug PG extensions, diagnosing issues at the systems and database internals level.
  • Collaborate with upstream open-source communities on patches and fixes.

Requirements

  • 1+ year of experience with C / C++ Debugging: ability to read, understand, and debug C source code used in PostgreSQL extensions.
  • PostgreSQL Knowledge: Thorough understanding of PostgreSQL core internals, including shared memory architecture, background workers (BGW), the query planner/optimizer, and process signals.
  • PL/pgSQL: Strong SQL and PL/pgSQL skills to maintain procedure-based tools like pg_profile.
  • Intermediate level of English.

Nice to Have

  • Proficiency with debugging tools (gdb, valgrind, strace) to diagnose memory leaks, segfaults, and deadlocks.
  • Experience with RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux) architecture, toolchains (gcc, make), and system libraries (glibc).
  • Experience setting up, signing, and managing private RPM repositories.
  • Patching & Upstream: Competence in backporting code, writing custom software patches (.patch), and collaborating with upstream open-source communities.

We Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Remote Work
  • 2 Extra Vacation Days after 10 years
  • Learning and Growth
  • Conferences & Certifications
  • Online Courses
  • English Classes
  • 5th Year Anniversary Bonus
  • Mentorship Reward Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Discount Program
  • Legal Support Services
  • Hardware
  • Accountants Assistance
  • Health Insurance
  • Financial Support for Veterans

About the Company

Softjourn is a full-cycle consulting and software development company, with expert product teams experienced in Fintech, Media & Entertainment, with a special emphasis on Ticketing. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with R&D offices in Ukraine, Poland, and Brazil, Softjourn is a global software development company with over 20 years of experience.

Softjourn has been honored as a veteran-friendly business by the Veteran Hub in Ukraine. We are committed to creating a supportive environment for veterans and implementing processes that address their needs. We highly value the unique skills and perspectives that military veterans bring to our company and are dedicated to assisting their transition to the workforce.

Our Offices

  • Fremont, United States
  • Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine
  • Wroclaw, Poland
  • São Paulo, Brazil

Contact Information

Hi, I’m Khrystyna. For almost six years, I’ve been connecting talented professionals with teams building innovative solutions in Finance, Ticketing, Media, and Entertainment. Alongside recruitment, I’ve been involved in Talent Management initiatives, supporting candidate engagement and contributing to the growth of our teams.

Fun fact: Outside of work, I enjoy staying active through gym workouts and cycling, and I have a keen interest in reading books on psychology and mental well-being.

Why I’m with Softjourn

The combination of great people, meaningful work, complex challenges, and an international environment keeps me motivated and excited to be part of the company.

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Imagine branching out and trying out your skills in the international arena, learning from committed professionals from the US, Brazil, Poland, and Ukraine. And at the same time having like-minded teammates and feeling part of things. Tempting?People have infinite ideas, Softjourn gives them lifeSoftjourn is a full-cycle consulting and software development company, with expert product teams experienced in Fintech, Media & Entertainment, with a special emphasis on Ticketing. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with R&D offices in Ukraine, Poland, and Brazil, Softjourn is a global software development company with over 20 years of experience.It all began in Silicon Valley in 2001 with one Information Systems graduate Emmy Gengler taking a plunge and starting a company called Softjourn (more can be foundhereandhere). In 2005, together with a young programming enthusiast Sergiy Fitsak, they opened an R&D office in the heart of Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine. Then in 2015, there was Wroclaw, Poland, and now in 2023 in São Paulo, Brazil.With 20+ years of unique experience, 200+ amazing employees, 1000+ successful project launches, many beautiful countries on our map, 4.85average client ratingthere is so much we can offer You! Among our awards throughout these years, there is one that stands out as we are trendsetters in the Women In The Tech movement — we are honored to be one of thetop Women-Owned Software Development Companiesin 2022 by Clutch!Our Core Values — Are you a match?We code according to the principleLive Through Software!Our creative and bright Softjourners are a mixture of nationalities. Thus, a crucial part of our identity is toThink Humanand build meaningful relationships and an inclusive environment. Have a lookhere!OurJust Improveprinciple means that we are always ready for new challenges. Are you?If, like us, you never settle for “good enough” when something can be great if you are keen onDoing One More Thing, you found the right place.#StandwithUkraineSince the full-scale war broke out, we’ve been going the extra mile to make sure our Ukrainian colleagues aresafe and supported in every possible way— many of them were relocated to relatively safer places in Ukraine, and some received assistance moving abroad. Our offices are equipped with power generators and constant access to the Internet in case we again face power outages. Our people are our top priority and we provide them with all we can for them to feel more protected, e. g. military and tactical medicine training at Softjourn. We also joined the National Program for Improving productivity at work from BetterMe, the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine and All-Ukrainian mental health program “Are you okay?”, initiated by the first Lady Olena Zelenska. From now on, our employees in Ukraine have access to BetterMe apps to support physical and mental health. And most importantly, Softjourners who are now fighting on the front line feel our gratitude and support — we’ve bought and sent to the front various military equipment. To learn more about how ourMutual Assistance Fundhelps the military, check out the latest article onkurs.if.ua.And never will our bravest fallen heroes be forgotten! To commemorate their courage, their exceptional love for Ukraine, and their sacrifice, there isMemory Wallin our office in Ukraine. Forever in our minds, forever in our hearts.In April 2024, wepartnered with the Veteran Hub organization in Ukraine. Softjourn has been officially recognized as aVeteran-Friendly companybyVeteran Hub. Through our supportive environment and flexible processes we are dedicated to making the re-entering of military veterans to the workforce a little easier. Veterans joining us are given guidance during the reentering process that matches their needs. For us, it is not only about employment, it is about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for Softjourners and the community. For more news, check out the latest posthereand articlehereThe Go Global InitiativeAre you ever stuck for ideas? Do you need to boost your creativity? Join Softjourn and open yourself to other cultures, and different mindsets! In 2021, Softjourn chose the path to Going Global and since then we haven’t stopped adding more and more professionals from around the world to our team (growing 12% globally and 10% in Ukraine in 2022). The year 2023 started with another milestone — our R&D office in Sao Paulo!We believe in synergy, we embrace the unique ideas of our overseas colleagues, and we think outside the box. And we are confident YOU also do!Benefits:Medical insuranceFlexible schedule with the ability to work from the office/remotely/hybrid20 workdays of paid vacation annuallyPaid sick leaveHardware tailored to your positionDedicated mentor and assistance of a project consultant — you will receive help with setting your expectations as well as guidance and feedbackA huge selection of learning resources in our Knowledge LibraryProfessional development (online courses, certifications, etc.)Free group English classes;one-on-one English classes (the company will cover 50% of the course fees)Accounting support

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