Software Engineer | Database AI App Dev Platform

The Vision: Turning the Database into the Cloud

Most companies treat the database as a passive storage bin. At Oracle were doing the opposite. We are building the Database AI App Dev Platform a next-generation environment where application logic lives directly alongside data.

Our mission is to eliminate the data taxthe latency and complexity of moving data to the codeby running modern languages and microservices directly within the database engine. We are essentially re-architecting the database to be the ultimate cloud platform for data-centric applications.

Why Oracle Database Technologies

We offer the best of both worlds: the massive scale and stability of a global tech giant and the technical greenfield feel of a high-end research lab.

* Complex Systems: Work with GraalOS and GraalVMtechnologies that are literally redefining whats possible in systems engineering.
* Zurich Life: Work from our world-class hub in Zurich consistently ranked as one of the best cities in the world for quality of life and engineering talent.
* Diversity & Inclusion: We believe that innovation is powered by different perspectives. We are committed to an inclusive environment where engineers of all backgrounds genders and identities can do their best work. We dont just value diversity; we need it to solve the problems were tackling.

What Youll Do

The Role: Advanced Engineering With Exciting Technology

As a Senior Software Engineer (IC3) in Oracles Database Technologies Division you wont just be writing features; youll be building the foundation of a global cloud service. You will work at the intersection of database internals virtualization and compiler technology.

Your work will leverage GraalOS (our state-of-the-art in-process virtualization) to create a high-performance runtime for functions microservices and AI-driven logic.

* Design & Build: Develop major features for the Oracle Database that enable deep integration of application logic and data management.
* Innovate: Transition research-level concepts in virtualization and systems programming into production-grade cloud services.
* Optimize: Solve impossible performance bottlenecks at the low-level intersection of the OS the hardware and the database kernel.
* Impact: Your code will run on the enterprise systems that power the worlds largest banks hospitals and governments.

What Youll Bring

We are looking for systems peopleengineers who arent afraid to dive into the kernel look at assembly or debug a complex race condition in a distributed system.

* The Experience: You have a solid background as a Software Engineer (mid to senior level). We also highly value MSc or PhD graduates who have focused their research on systems.
* The Toolkit: You have deep knowledge in at least one of these areas:
* Database System Internals
* Operating Systems & Virtualization
* Compiler/Runtime Technology
* Computer Security
* The Passion: You are excited by low-level systems engineering. You care about how memory is managed how threads are scheduled and how data moves through a CPU.
* Location: You are either based in or ready to relocate to Zurich Switzerland and are eligible for a Swiss work permit.

What Oracle Offers

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Structured onboarding and personalized training including induction.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements for optimal work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with modern technology stacks and collaborate with global teams.
• Defined career development pathways mentorship and continuous learning programs.
• Inclusive work environment that values diversity and individual contributions.
  

At Oracle we dont just respect differenceswe celebrate them. We believe that innovation starts with inclusion and to create the future we need people with diverse backgrounds perspectives and abilities. Thats why were committed to creating a workplace where all kinds of people can do their best work. Its when everyones voice is heard and valued that were inspired to go beyond whats been done before. Level - IC3