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Software Engineer Summer Intern

Backend, New York, NY

Posted on 11/7/2023

Cockroach Labs

Cockroach Labs

501-1,000 employees

Develops distributed SQL database for cloud

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$8.3k - $8.8kMonthly

New York, NY, USA

Category
Software Engineering
Required Skills
CockroachDB
Python
SQL
Java
Requirements
  • Are pursuing studies in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field graduating between December 2024-December 2026
  • Have had exposure to coursework on subjects like distributed systems, concurrency control, data replication, file systems, or SQL processing
  • Are comfortable using programming languages like Go, C/C++, Java, and Python. We primarily use Go but if you're not familiar with it, you'll learn them while you're here
  • Love building relationships with your colleagues and enjoy being part of the code review process and partnering with your teammates on challenging problems
  • Have past experience working on production-level code
  • Are genuinely interested in Cockroach Labs's mission and are excited to use CockroachDB in your projects
Responsibilities
  • Design, code, and test the backend of our distributed, open source database CockroachDB
  • Be matched to a team based on your interests, and complete a project related to your focus area that is shared with the entire Engineering organization
  • Work closely with other engineers and product managers across our the cloud and database teams
  • Take part in a collaborative culture and exchange knowledge with a highly experienced technical organization
  • Ensure that CockroachDB remains scalable, survivable, and consistent as we continue to grow as a company
  • Meet regularly with your Mentor and Manager to get feedback and continue refining your skills

Cockroach Labs develops CockroachDB, a distributed SQL database tailored for cloud applications. This database is designed to manage data efficiently and reliably, making it suitable for businesses with complex transaction environments. CockroachDB automatically distributes data and workload across multiple regions, ensuring data availability and addressing data sovereignty concerns. The company offers various deployment options, including cloud-based services and on-premises installations, with a subscription-based pricing model that allows clients to scale their database capabilities as needed. Key features of CockroachDB include its ability to scale elastically, withstand disasters, and provide consistent SQL support, making it a dependable choice for businesses that prioritize data integrity and minimal downtime.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$632.9M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

18%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Cockroach Labs' continuous innovation, such as the launch of CockroachDB 23.2 with enhanced disaster recovery and performance, keeps it at the forefront of the database management market.
  • Recognition as a 2023 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for Cloud Database Management Systems highlights strong customer satisfaction and market trust.
  • Strategic partnerships and multi-cloud capabilities, including recent support for Azure, expand CockroachDB's reach and versatility.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of cloud databases is intense, with giants like AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure posing significant threats.
  • The complexity of managing a distributed SQL database may require specialized skills, potentially limiting its adoption among smaller businesses.

What makes Cockroach Labs unique

  • CockroachDB's ability to automatically distribute data and workload across multiple regions ensures both local and global data availability, addressing data sovereignty concerns better than many competitors.
  • The database's resilience to machine, datacenter, and region failures provides a level of reliability that is crucial for businesses requiring uninterrupted data access.
  • Cockroach Labs' subscription-based pricing model allows for flexible scaling, making it accessible for both startups and large enterprises.
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