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# Senior Principal Data Systems Software Engineer - Exadata Database

- **Company:** Oracle
- **Location:** Columbus, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $126,200.0 - $264,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Databases, Data Systems, Linux, Distributed Systems, Oracle Exadata, Fault Tolerance, Oracle Databases, Software Engineering, Cloud Platform System, Concurrency, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.columbusjobsite.com/job.asp?id=3485679553&tx=JL8983FFQ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

We're seeking experienced Systems Software Engineers with a BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or a related field to join the Exadata Database Team., * BS / MS / PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

 * Strong background in distributed systems, operating systems, networking, and storage systems.
 * Strong C/C++ programming skills.
 * Experience developing on Linux platform.
 * 7+ years of software development experience.
 * Solid understanding of computer architecture, memory hierarchy, I/O, concurrency, etc.
 * Experience in databases is a plus
 * Experience in Rust programming language is a plus

Must be able & willing to work in the Redwood City, CA office a minimum 3 days per week. Relocation assistance available.

## Description

As a member of the Exadata software engineering team, you will:

 * Develop core software for Oracle Database and Exadata, focusing on scalability, performance, and reliability.
 * Design scalable, fault-tolerant distributed systems for large on-prem and cloud environments.
 * Collaborate with various cloud teams to deliver stable, high-performance systems.