Software Development Engineer, Data Replication Engine – C++, Databases

Stelo, a StarQuest Company

. Design, build, test, and maintain core components of the replication engine, from capture through apply .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and maintaining robust replication engines, with strong proficiency in SQL, C++, and database internals. Capable of integrating with various databases and cloud platforms while ensuring performance and reliability in data movement.

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Strong SQL ProficiencyC++ Production Systems DevelopmentData Replication and Change Data CaptureIntegration with Databricks and SnowflakeExperience with Docker and Kubernetes

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Hard Skills

SQLC++Database InternalsMultithreadingData ReplicationChange Data CaptureJDBCPerformance TuningNetworking FundamentalsAI Coding Assistants

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationRemote Team Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Db2OracleSQL ServerPostgreSQLMySQLSnowflakeBigQueryDatabricksDockerKubernetes

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Replication EngineETL ToolsHybrid EnvironmentsCI/CD PracticesGRPCProtocol Buffers

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

BigQueryCloudDNSDockerETLGRPCJavaKafkaKubernetesLinuxMySQLOraclePostgresSQLTCP/IPC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, test, and maintain core components of the replication engine, from capture through apply
Integrate with Db2, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, Databricks, Kafka, and Microsoft Fabric
Keep replication correct, resilient, and fast across on-premises and cloud environments
Tune data movement across CPU, memory, I/O, and network
Work with support, QA, and product to investigate complex customer issues
Ship robust, timely fixes and enhancements
Help shape platform design decisions, including internal APIs, data structures, and abstractions
Write well-documented, testable code
Review teammates’ code
Own work through to production on a small remote team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong SQL and a working understanding of database internals, such as transaction logs, recovery, locking and isolation, query execution, or replication
5+ years building production systems-level or backend software in C++
Hands-on ODBC or JDBC experience, including connection lifecycle, statement execution, parameter and result-set handling, and diagnostics
Solid command of multithreading and synchronization in C++, including locks, condition variables, and thread-safe data structures
Cross-platform C++ development for Windows using Visual Studio and MSBuild and Linux using GCC, including debugging and profiling on both
Professional use of AI coding assistants, with the judgment to review and test generated code
Clear written and spoken communication and comfort working on a fully remote, distributed team
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Experience with IBM Db2, especially journaling on Db2 for i
Hands-on experience with data replication, change data capture, ETL tools, or log-based data movement
Hands-on experience with JDBC drivers and performance tuning across multiple relational databases
Integration experience with Databricks, Snowflake, BigQuery, or Microsoft Fabric
Working proficiency in Java
Networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, and SSL/TLS
Experience diagnosing connectivity and performance issues in hybrid environments
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD practices
Experience with gRPC and Protocol Buffers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Stelo will provide all necessary computer equipment
Generous health insurance coverage
Employee benefits
Retirement matching
Medical insurance for you and your family
Monthly HSA contributions
3 weeks paid vacation
11 Stelo holidays
Matching retirement contributions
Annual bonuses
100% remote workplace
Work/life balance and flexibility