Cloud Performance Senior Software Engineer

Job Description This position is based onsite in Nashville, TN. Join the growing team at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), where we are delivering powerful cloud services for enterprises worldwide. OCI is expanding beyond traditional public cloud offerings with innovative solutions in dedicated, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments. In our Technical Strategy and Oversight (TSO) organization, we strive to provide our customers with the best choices, transparency, and value in cloud infrastructure. We’re launching exciting initiatives, including building innovative platforms and frameworks to support OCI developers. Our aim is to enhance the performance and availability of OCI services through groundbreaking projects such as remote persistent storage solutions and improved engineering efficiencies. As OCI continues to grow, we're looking for a talented Software Engineer to become part of our Cloud Performance Organization. Your contributions will be crucial in tackling service inefficiencies, optimizing performance, reducing cloud costs, and enhancing the overall customer experience. Here, you will have the chance to design and build new cloud services from scratch in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that values collaboration and innovation. Who are we looking for? The ideal candidate has a proven track record of launching major features and operating high-scale public cloud services. You are skilled in independent project execution and enjoy providing technical leadership and guidance to fellow team members. Your expertise spans from system design to prototyping and code reviews, and you are adept at balancing speed and quality in development. Responsibilities Evaluate cloud service performance, identify issues, and craft cost-effective solutions. Enhance operational efficiency by analyzing and optimizing internal tools and processes. Benchmark OCI services against competitors and highlight opportunities for performance improvements. Work closely with service teams to integrate performance evaluation tools into CI/CD pipelines. Quantify the financial impact of performance inefficiencies and align performance metrics with business goals. Implement improvements in shared components, libraries, and runtime configurations. Qualifications: 4 to 5 years of experience in distributed service engineering within a software development environment. Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Java, C++, or C#. Hands-on experience in designing, developing, and managing public cloud control or data planes. Solid background in software performance profiling, analysis, and optimization. Deep understanding of object-oriented design and SDK development in a cloud setting. Experience collaborating with architects, product managers, and development teams to deliver high-quality features. Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, operating systems, and distributed systems fundamentals. Familiarity with networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP) and standard network architectures. Understanding of databases, NoSQL systems, and distributed persistence technologies. Proficient in Linux administration and network stack configuration. Demonstrated technical leadership and mentorship capabilities. Familiarity with JVM and benchmarking tools. Preferred Qualifications: BS or MS degree in Computer Science or a related field. Hands-on experience developing services on public cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). Experience in driving security reviews and collaborating with product managers from inception through launch. Expertise in building robust CI/CD pipelines with comprehensive testing and deployment schedules. Proven experience in optimizing performance for cloud infrastructure and distributed systems. Disclaimer: Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates. Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only. US: Hiring Range in USD from: $79,200 to $178,100 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity. Oracle offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted. About Us At Oracle, we combine data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to power innovations and solutions that make an impact. We're committed to creating a diverse workforce and enabling opportunities for all.

Created: 2026-03-04