Job description

We are searching for a Key System Software Engineer to join our client's core filesystem team.

Our client is one of the world's leading data storage providers for high-performance computing, catering to industries such as academic research, manufacturing, and life sciences. They specialize in developing scalable and fault-tolerant distributed storage systems for enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

Participate in the development of distributed storage systems, driving design, and optimization
Contribute to architectural decisions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance meet the industry's highest standards
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, architects, and product managers, to steer the development process and achieve project objectives
Identify performance bottlenecks in code, optimize code for multi-core and scale-out use cases to enhance the overall performance of distributed storage systems

Requirements

Skills in C or C++ programming and strong computer science fundamentals such as algorithms, data structures, and computer hardware
Knowledge of debugging and troubleshooting techniques in distributed environments
Experience in the design and implementation of fault-tolerant and highly available distributed systems
Knowledge of distributed systems, multi-threading, concurrency, and Remote Procedure Call (RPC)
Expertise in developing software for Linux/Unix platforms
Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodology and proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Tcl, and Bash
English communication skills at B2+ level

Nice to have

Capability to write and debug kernel-level code is highly valued
Qualifications in computer networking technologies and protocols such as TCP/IP, NAT, IPv6, VPN, DNS, DHCP, VLAN, and LACP
Knowledge of Virtual File System (VFS) and memory management techniques in the Linux kernel
Background in storage technologies and high-performance networking, including NAS, SAN, RAID, Fiber Channel, InfiniBand/RDMA, and NVMe-oF
Expertise in distributed algorithms and protocols, including replication and distributed consensus, leader election, and mutual exclusion

We offer

We connect like-minded people

Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your home
Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
Corporate and social events

We invest in your growth

Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and O'ReillyFree
English classes with certified teachers

We cover it all

Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
Comprehensive medical & family care package
Four trust days per year for personal needs
Discounts for fitness clubs
Benefits package (hotels, restaurants, stores and services)

This is a fully remote position that offers you the flexibility to work from any location in Armenia, whether it's your home or well-equipped offices in Yerevan or Gyumri.

EPAM Armenia is a team of talented innovators united by a passion for technology. In 2014, we opened our first office in Yerevan, and now we have a second engineering hub in Gyumri. We've built a continuously learning organization that helps its employees rapidly advance their careers. Here you will work with the world's industry leaders, support impactful projects using the latest technologies, collaborate with multi-national teams, and have access to a wide variety of development opportunities.

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