qa engineer (auto) distributed systems

ClickHouse is a private cloud company that provides a platform for real-time analytics, data warehousing, observability, and AI workloads. Its Core Engineering team develops the open-source ClickHouse project and expands the ClickHouse Cloud service.

• Build and enhance test automation frameworks and develop automated test cases;
• Try out new features and ensure they land smoothly in Production;
• Test cross-functional implementations across internal teams at ClickHouse;
• Implement new testing strategies and automation for large and complex distributed systems;
• Evaluate new ClickHouse functionality for each release and identify opportunities to improve the existing codebase;
• Engineer and improve existing testing infrastructure.

• Extensive knowledge of SQL;
• Previous experience in a similar SDET, Release Engineering, or QA role related to a classical database or distributed system;
• Hands-on experience with a programming language such as Python, Go, or C++;
• Ability to read C++ code for validation;
• Working knowledge of Git, Linux, and shell scripting;
• Experience with both manual testing and automation testing;
• Ability to work collaboratively, including with remote teams;
• Ability to learn complex technology quickly in a fast-paced, team-driven environment;
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well within and across engineering teams;
• Strong problem-solving and production debugging skills;
• Ability to act as a business partner with the shared goal of moving the business forward.

• Flexible work environment;
• Employer contributions towards healthcare;
• Stock options for every new team member;
• Flexible time off in the US and generous entitlement in other countries;
• A $500 home office setup allowance for remote employees;
• Opportunities to engage with colleagues at company-wide offsites.