Senior Software Engineer, Atlas Search Query

ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Atlas Search Query team at MongoDB. This is a technical role where you will be responsible for designing and developing the next generation of Search query architecture, optimization, and execution for our cloud-based distributed system. As a key member of our team, you will contribute to the success of complex Search Query feature development and help shape the technological direction of our system. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Senior Software Engineer, you will lead complex projects across the MongoDB ecosystem, including the development of a new Search aggregation framework within the MongoDB aggregation framework. You will set project-level strategy, architect features, and lead projects to successful execution. Additionally, you will identify, design, and implement features enhancing our query language, performance, and operability. You will also perform code reviews with peers and make recommendations on how to improve our software development processes. Furthermore, you will influence and grow team members through active mentoring and leading by example. WHAT YOU'LL NEED To be successful in this role, you will need 5+ years of experience in data management/search systems, ideally with a strong query processing and optimization background. You should be experienced in the development and maintenance of stateful distributed systems and have a strong ability to lead initiatives through collaboration with others. Experience with debugging and profiling multithreaded applications written in Java and Rust is also required. Bonus experience with designing high-volume query engines, such as a database, search system, or vector search system, is highly desirable. WHY REMOTE We are a remote-friendly company, and this role is open to candidates worldwide. As a remote employee, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere and will be part of a global team. BENEFITS Our total compensation and benefits package includes a base salary range of $126,000, equity, participation in the employee stock purchase program, flexible paid time off, 20 weeks fully-paid gender-neutral parental leave, fertility and adoption assistance, 401(k) plan, mental health counseling, access to transgender-inclusive health insurance coverage, and health benefits offerings. Please note that these benefits are only applicable to U.S.-based candidates.