Join us building SynxDB the next-gen data infra for AI 

Synx Data Labs is a U.S.-based startup powering cloud-native, open-source MPP analytics with Apache Cloudberry at its core. We’re remote-first and global — looking for passionate builders who want to make data infrastructure faster, more elastic, and more cost-effective for enterprises and partners worldwide. Competitive pay + equity, flexible remote work, and the chance to shape an open-source project used by real customers.

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Database Developer (Distributed Systems / MPP) — Remote (Global)

About the role
Be a core engineer on Cloudberry: drive query engine performance, scale-out behavior, and reliability. You’ll work across planner/executor, storage & IO integrations, and Kubernetes-native deployment patterns.

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Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize core database components (query planner, execution engine, optimizer).

• Build and tune distributed execution (MPP) and inter-node network protocols.

• Integrate pluggable storage backends (object stores, block storage) and cloud-native patterns.

• Improve concurrency, transaction/consistency semantics, and failure recovery.

• Write thorough tests, benchmarks, and performance dashboards.

• Contribute to the open-source project: PRs, design docs, and community review.

• Collaborate with product, QA, and support to ship releases and run POCs.

 

Requirements

• 4+ years engineering experience building storage/DB/infra or related systems.

• Strong systems programming (C/C++, Java, or Go).

• Deep understanding of query execution, SQL, and MPP/distributed architectures.

• Experience with Linux, networking, performance profiling, and benchmarking.

• Comfortable with container platforms (Kubernetes) and cloud storage APIs (S3/GCS/Azure).

• Good testing discipline and code review practice.

• Excellent communication for cross-team design work.

 

Nice to have

• Contributions to open-source DB systems or analytics engines.

• Experience with columnar storage, vectorized execution, or cost-based optimizers.

• Background in Rust + async systems, or large-scale production deployments.

 

Technical Support Engineer — Remote (Global)

About the role
Customer-facing role that keeps Cloudberry deployments healthy. You’ll be the first line for production incidents, deep troubleshooting, and escalation to the core engineering team.

 

Responsibilities

• Triage production incidents and customer support tickets; own the resolution.

• Diagnose query performance, resource issues, and cluster health.

• Provide runbooks, KBs, and proactive monitoring recommendations.

• Work with engineering to reproduce and resolve bugs, and document fixes.

• Assist customers and partners with onboarding, upgrades, and best practices.

 

Requirements

• 2–5 years experience in database support, SRE, or production operations.

• Solid SQL skills and ability to profile/optimize queries.

• Strong Linux, networking, and container (Kubernetes) troubleshooting skills.

• Familiar with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, logs/tracing).

• Customer-focused, calm under pressure, and able to explain technical issues clearly.

• Experience with ticketing systems (Zendesk/Jira) and runbook automation.

 

Nice to have

• Prior experience supporting distributed databases or analytics platforms.

• On-call and incident commander experience.

• Ability to write automation scripts (Bash, Python, or Go).

 

Solution Architect (Pre-Sales / Technical Sales) — Remote (Global)

About the role
You’ll be the technical face of Synx Data for enterprise prospects — design architectures, run POCs, and translate customer needs into Cloudberry solutions.

 

Responsibilities

• Lead deep-dive technical workshops and discovery sessions with prospects.

• Design scalable, secure Cloudberry architectures (cloud, hybrid, on-prem).

• Run POCs and performance benchmarks tailored to customer workloads.

• Create solution collateral: reference architectures, sizing guides, and demos.

• Support RFPs, technical proposals, and close collaboration with Sales and Partners.

 

Requirements

• 5+ years in pre-sales or solution architecture for data platforms, cloud, or analytics.

• Strong technical background with SQL, ETL/data pipelines, cloud services, and Kubernetes.

• Experience running real-world POCs and producing measurable benchmarks.

• Excellent presentation and customer-facing skills.

• Ability to craft technical proposals and lead technical decisions.

 

Nice to have

• Experience with MPP databases, analytics stacks, or data lakehouse ecosystems.

• Prior startup/early-stage product experience and empathy for engineering trade-offs.

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Marketing Manager (Product & Demand Gen) — Remote (Global)

About the role
Lead go-to-market activities that grow awareness, demand, and community for Cloudberry — from product marketing to content, events, and developer outreach.

 

Responsibilities

• Define product positioning, messaging, and launch plans for Cloudberry releases.

• Run demand-generation campaigns (webinars, ABM, events, content).

• Manage developer and community marketing: blog, OSS docs, and social channels.

• Create sales enablement content: solution briefs, case studies, and battlecards.

• Measure funnel metrics and iterate on campaigns to improve MQL → SQL conversion.

 

Requirements

• 3–6 years in B2B/tech/product marketing, preferably in infra or data platforms.

• Strong writing and content skills; experience with webinars and event marketing.

• Hands-on with marketing automation and analytics (HubSpot, Marketo, GA).

• Comfortable working with product, engineering, and sales to align messaging.

• Data-driven mindset and experience tracking campaign ROI.

 

Nice to have

• Experience marketing open-source projects or developer-first products.

• SEO and technical content experience.

 

Enterprise Sales (Account Executive) — Remote (Global)

About the role
Hunt and close enterprise opportunities: you’ll sell Cloudberry and related services through direct outreach and partner-led channels.

 

Responsibilities

• Own the sales cycle from discovery to close (target: mid-market → enterprise).

• Qualify accounts, build value-based proposals, and negotiate contracts.

• Work with Solution Architects and Partners on POCs and pilots.

• Maintain a healthy pipeline and forecast; meet quarterly quotas.

• Build long-term customer relationships and identify expansion opportunities.

 

Requirements

• 3–7 years enterprise sales experience in data infrastructure, cloud, or analytics.

• Proven quota attainment and enterprise negotiation experience.

• Strong consultative selling skills and technical fluency.

• Comfortable coordinating cross-functional resources for complex deals.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

 

Nice to have

• Existing relationships with cloud or SI partners.

• Experience selling open-source-based commercial offerings.

 

Partnership & Ecosystem Manager — Remote (Global)

About the role
Grow and manage Synx’s global partner network — cloud providers, system integrators, managed service partners, and ISVs — to extend our reach and deliver joint value.

 

Responsibilities

• Define and run the partner program: onboarding, enablement, and co-selling motions.

• Recruit and qualify strategic partners (cloud, SI, MSPs).

• Build co-marketing and technical enablement playbooks.

• Manage partner performance, incentives, and joint-go-to-market plans.

• Serve as the day-to-day partner contact and escalation point.

 

Requirements

• 4+ years in partner management, alliances, or ecosystem roles (SaaS or infra).

• Experience building partner programs from scratch or scaling them globally.

• Strong program management, negotiation, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.

• Ability to create enablement content and joint value propositions.

• Comfortable travelling occasionally for partner events (if applicable).

 

Nice to have

• Existing partner relationships in cloud providers, SIs, or telcos.

• Experience with open-source communities or channel sales.

 

What we offer (summary)

• Remote-first, global team with flexible working.

• Competitive salary + equity; benefits depend on hiring location.

• Opportunity to influence an open-source core project used by customers worldwide.

• Collaborative culture — small teams, high impact, rapid learning.

Our hiring process 

1. Intro call with People & Hiring Manager.

2. Technical interview or case study / take-home (role-dependent).

3. Pairing session or demo (for engineers/architects).

4. Final interview & offer.

How to apply

Send your resume, a short cover letter, and any relevant links (GitHub, portfolio, LinkedIn) to careers@synxdata.com with the role title in the subject line (e.g., “Database Developer - [Your Name] - Preferred Location”). Please include your current location/time zone and earliest start date.