• 15+ years of experience in software engineering, with 5+ years leading multiple teams.
• Strong background in distributed systems, databases, or large-scale cloud platforms.
• Deep Experience in Cloud Platforms - AWS, GCP, Azure
• Hands-on familiarity with Data and AI infrastructure concepts such as:
• Vector search and indexing
• Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
• Embedding pipelines
• LLM and inference systems
• Agent architectures and memory systems
• Experience building and operating production SaaS services at scale.
• Deep understanding of performance engineering, reliability, and cost optimization in cloud environments.
• Experience in Go, Python or Java.

Working at Couchbase

• Put the Customer First: The customer must be at the center of everything we do.
• Be a Good Human, Always: Integrity, empathy, and respect are our non-negotiable bedrock.
• Win as One Team: No one wins alone. Collaboration is how we erase silos.
• Build for Mission Critical: Our product earned customer trust. We honor it by relentlessly pushing what’s technically possible.

A note on qualifications: Studies show that underrepresented talent is less likely to apply unless they meet 100% of the criteria. If you are excited about this role and feel you can make strong contributions to our team, please apply—even if your experience doesn't check every single box.

Why Couchbase?

• Generous Time Off: Flexible programs designed to support your work-life balance.
• Health & Wellness: World-class medical, dental, vision, mental health, life insurance, and employee assistance programs.*
• Financial Security: Competitive retirement plans* and business travel coverage.
• Career Growth: A "Be Valued, Create Value" philosophy focused on your continuous growth.
• Fun & Comfort: Ergonomic setups for both WFH and in-office employees, plus snacks and meals when you’re in the office.

  *Note: Specific benefit programs vary by country. Your recruiter can share details for your location.

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