Staff Field Engineer - Distributed US - Cockroach Labs

 

Category-defining tech. Career-defining work.

Lots of tech companies disrupt. But, many fail when they try to scale. We're different. CockroachDB makes it easier for companies to build and scale apps. This is how and why we're helping some of the most innovative companies on the planet. We tackle problems head-on and focus on solutions that create lasting impact. 

Because when our customers win, we all win. 

 

The Role

As a Field Software Engineer at Cockroach Labs, you’ll play a dual role: a hands-on software engineer contributing to CockroachDB’s ongoing development, and a trusted technical advisor helping customers realize its full potential. You’ll design and build new features, integrations, and tools that address real-world needs—ranging from performance optimizations to orchestration enhancements—while also providing expertise to troubleshoot and resolve the most challenging database issues. By working directly with customers in the field and collaborating closely with our Product and Engineering teams, you’ll ensure CockroachDB remains a best-in-class, distributed SQL database that solves complex data problems at global scale.

You Will

The Expectations

Within the first month, you'll make initial code contributions and set up your development environment. By 60 days, you'll be actively engaging in more complex engineering tasks, collaborating with customer-facing teams, and starting to support customer projects. At the 90-day mark, you'll be expected to lead small-scale projects independently, provide peer guidance, and deepen your expertise in performance optimization.

Beyond the first 90 days, you’ll consistently contribute impactful code, act as a technical advisor to customers, and influence product direction by sharing insights from the field with the R&D team.

You Have

Cockroach Labs is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you need additional accommodations to feel comfortable during your interview process, please email us at accessibility@cockroachlabs.com.

Cockroach Labs has a hybrid work model, with Roachers that are local to one of our offices coming in on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays and working flexibly the rest of the week. While we’ve learned valuable lessons working remotely, nothing can replace the connection, creativity, and fun that occurs when Roachers get together and we are committed to fostering a workplace that encourages collaboration and allows us all to do our best work.

Benefits

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The annual anticipated base salary range for U.S. candidates for this role is listed in USD below. This role is also eligible for commission. Salary is one component of the Cockroach Labs’ Total Rewards package, which also includes, for each employee: stock options, medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life and disability insurance, funds towards professional development resources, flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays a year, 10 paid sick days a year, paid parental leave, a 401(k) plan, and wellbeing benefits.  

We set standard ranges for all U.S.-based roles based on function, level, and geographic location, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Actual salaries may vary and fall outside of this range depending on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, geographic location, skills, experience, and competencies. In addition, we are often open to a wide variety of profiles, and recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than this job description as posted. 

Salaries for candidates outside the U.S. will vary based on local compensation structures. 

This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our Careers Page.

Annual Anticipated Base Salary Range (U.S)
$140,000—$175,000 USD

Last updated: 17 hours ago

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