Software Engineer (Java, C#)
About The CompanyGitHub is the world's leading platform for agentic software development, empowering developers and organizations to build, scale, and deliver secure software efficiently. With over 180 million developers utilizing the platform, including more than 90% of the Fortune 100 companies, GitHub has established itself as an essential tool in the software development ecosystem. The platform hosts a vibrant community of open-source contributors and enterprise users, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous integration. GitHub's commitment to open-source projects and cutting-edge technology has positioned it at the forefront of the industry, driving advancements in AI, automation, and developer productivity. The company values diversity, inclusion, and a remote-first work environment, creating a space where talent from all backgrounds can thrive and contribute to transformative projects worldwide.About The RoleGitHub is seeking a highly skilled Staff Software Engineer to join our Database Infrastructure team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the core infrastructure that ensures the reliability, scalability, and performance of GitHub's database systems. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in database management, particularly with MySQL, and have a proven track record of building resilient, scalable systems in a distributed environment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to create self-service tools, optimize database operations, and implement disaster recovery strategies. This role offers the opportunity to influence the backbone of GitHub’s data infrastructure, supporting millions of queries per second and safeguarding critical data assets. As part of a highly distributed team, you will thrive in an environment that emphasizes asynchronous communication, remote collaboration, and continuous learning.Qualifications9+ years of experience in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline, with proven experience in maintaining and delivering production software using languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Go, Ruby, Rust, or Python.OR an Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Math, Physics, or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience.OR a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field with 7+ years of relevant experience.OR a Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Math, Physics, or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience.OR a Doctorate in a related technical discipline with 3+ years of relevant experience.At least 3 years of experience using monitoring tools to diagnose performance and availability issues.Strong understanding of database internals, change management, and migration processes.Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote, distributed team environment.Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop core components of GitHub's database infrastructure to enhance scalability and reliability.Serve as a subject matter expert on MySQL and database administration, providing guidance and best practices across teams.Create and maintain open-source projects developed at GitHub, sharing innovations with the broader community.Develop tooling for database operations, including self-service tools for GitHub engineers to manage and monitor databases effectively.Document internal processes, tools, and best practices to ensure consistency and knowledge sharing.Identify potential risks to database systems and advocate for proactive measures to maintain system health and integrity.Participate in on-call rotations, responding quickly to incidents, troubleshooting issues, and implementing fixes.Design disaster recovery plans, including failover strategies and backup procedures to ensure data resilience.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance and implement system improvements asynchronously and remotely.BenefitsCompetitive salary aligned with experience and expertise.Remote-first work environment supporting flexible working arrangements.Generous health, dental, and vision insurance plans.Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave policies.Professional development opportunities, including training, conferences, and certifications.Stock options and performance-based bonuses.Inclusive and diverse workplace culture that values innovation and collaboration.Equal OpportunityGitHub is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure equal access and opportunity for all candidates. If you require assistance or accommodations, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.