Apache Solr Developer

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Friendly, Maryland, USPosted Today

Role Overview

Searchmark.ai is hiring a entry-level Apache Solr Developer. This is a full-time role in Friendly. Part of Searchmark.ai's Backend hiring, posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job Description

About The Role

Seeking a skilled search engineer to design, implement, and optimize search solutions using Apache Solr. Experience with Elasticsearch or OpenSearch is considered equivalent, and familiarity with vector search databases such as Qdrant or Weaviate is a strong plus. We are an AI-forward company that seeks to apply the latest AI & ML to every opportunity.

Position Details

Dynamic search engineering role
Work with FOSS search technologies (Solr, Elasticsearch, OpenSearch)
Apply cutting-edge AI & ML techniques to search challenges
Collaborate across product and engineering teams
Remote work environment
Opportunity to shape search strategy

About Searchmark

We build tools and strategies that elevate how people find information and products. Join a small, senior team shipping impactful work in AI search and relevance. We are an AI-forward company committed to applying the latest AI & ML innovations to transform search experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Design, configure, and maintain Solr search clusters
Develop and optimize indexing, query performance, and relevance tuning
Integrate AI/ML models for semantic search, ranking, and personalization
Implement schema changes, analyzers, tokenizers, and custom plugins
Integrate search with applications via REST APIs or client libraries
Monitor, troubleshoot, and ensure high availability of search infrastructure
Collaborate with product, data, and engineering teams to deliver scalable search features

Qualifications

3+ years of hands-on experience with Apache Solr, Elasticsearch, or OpenSearch
Strong knowledge of search relevance tuning, query DSL, and schema design
Experience with vector search technologies like Qdrant or Weaviate preferred
Interest in AI/ML applications for search (embedding models, LLMs, etc.)
Proficiency in Java, Python (2+ years), or another backend language
1+ years of experience working with agentic coding assistants
Familiarity with distributed systems, scaling, and cloud deployment

Major Plus

Experience with Lucene Suggesters, Learning to Rank, Vector Search, or rerankers

About Searchmark.ai

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Apache Solr Developer position at Searchmark.ai?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Searchmark.ai. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Apache Solr Developer position at Searchmark.ai located?

This position is based in Friendly. Searchmark.ai has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Apache Solr Developer at Searchmark.ai earn?

Searchmark.ai has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Apache Solr Developer role at Searchmark.ai posted?

This role was posted on June 28, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Is the Apache Solr Developer role at Searchmark.ai entry-level?

Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Searchmark.ai has listed.

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