Software Engineer – Elasticsearch

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: United States
Company Name: OMW Consulting

My client is a leading Defense tech company who is looking to expand their team based out of Palo Alto. This role is a hybrid position with an expectation of you being on site 2-3 days per week. You must have a minimum secret clearance to be considered for this position.

The following skills and experience are needed:

  • Hold a minimum secret clearance
  • Extensive experience building and evolving performant search and indexing systems, particularly for granularly permissioned or complex data structures.
  • Proficiency in designing and implementing tools for cluster deployment, operations, and lifecycle management.
  • Strong knowledge of observability, telemetry, and diagnostic tools for monitoring Elasticsearch clusters and ensuring system reliability.
  • Hands-on experience leading major version upgrades, implementing CVE (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) remediation strategies, and maintaining secure environments.
  • Proven expertise in analyzing and optimizing usage patterns to enhance Elasticsearch stability and performance.
  • Familiarity with standardizing and improving Elasticsearch client libraries across multiple platforms and languages.
  • Experience in developing robust disaster recovery solutions for distributed systems.
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Database Operations, to support production systems effectively.
  • Skilled in providing Level 2 (L2) and Level 3 (L3) support for resolving complex Elasticsearch issues.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills, with experience conducting root cause analyses and implementing long-term solutions for critical system problems.
  • Knowledge of defining, documenting, and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for recurring issues.
  • Active engagement with the Elasticsearch open-source community and staying updated on industry trends and innovations.

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