# Principal Data Platform Software Engineer (RaptorDB) at ServiceNow

- Company: ServiceNow
- What the company does: It all started when engineer Fred Luddy wrote code that automated a tedious task for his coworker, Phyllis. She cried tears of joy. Backed by Greylock and Sequoia.
- Company website: https://www.servicenow.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Santa Clara, CALIFORNIA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $240K to $420K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-23
- Apply by: 2026-11-07
- Apply: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ServiceNow/744000151170312?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/servicenow-principal-data-platform-software-engineer-raptordb/

## About the role

As a Principal Data Platform Software Engineer, you take part in architecting solutions for operating RaptorDB at scale. You will take part in setting technical directions for database deployment strategies, lead cross functional design sessions and establish best practices across teams. This role combines hands-on engineering excellence with technical leadership, bridging on-premise technologies, cloud-native architecture, infrastructure automation, and operational resilience. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- 12+ years of software engineering experience, with 8+ years focused on database systems, infrastructure, or cloud platforms
- Hands-on proficiency with multiple programming languages (Go, Python, or equivalent) and demonstrated mastery of software engineering best practices
- Experience with Kubernetes and database operators
- Experience operating databases in cloud environments
- In-depth Linux knowledge
- Excellent technical problem-solving skills

Tags: Engineering, Infrastructure and...

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/servicenow-principal-data-platform-software-engineer-raptordb/