Database Researcher / Senior Researcher / Principal Researcher - R&D center - Edinburgh, Scotland
We have partnered with a global technology leader collaborating with the University of Edinburgh on groundbreaking research and development of next-generation database systems.
We are seeking PhD-level researchers to join a dedicated industry-research group, working on both theoretical and applied research to shape future data management technologies.
The team is expanding and seeking individuals skilled in areas such as:
* Database systems (transactional/analytical)
* Query processing and optimization
* Storage and indexing engines
* Parallel/concurrent algorithms and distributed computing
* Graph algorithms, programming languages, or operating systems
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct systems research on future data management systems
* Design and implement core components for next-gen data processing systems
* Contribute to major open-source projects
* Attend prestigious global conferences and publish in top-tier journals
* Collaborate with academics, including the University of Edinburgh, and other R&D teams
Qualifications:
* Strong computer science background
* Proficiency in system-level programming languages (C/C++, Rust, Java, Go)
* Expertise in databases, algorithms, or system design
* Excellent communication skills in English
* Published in peer-reviewed conferences or journals (preferred)
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