Senior Forward Deployment Engineer

MongoDB

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MongoDB is a leading American software company that develops and provides commercial support for a popular, source-available document database. Designed to handle unstructured and structured data natively, its platform is purpose-built for modern cloud applications, analytics, and AI experiences.

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TL;DR · Senior Forward Deployment Engineer

The Senior Forward Deployment Engineer joins the team to work directly with enterprise customers on high-impact projects involving Generative AI, LLMs, and modern application development. You will be responsible for refactoring applications, migrating legacy databases, and optimizing performance using MongoDB. Day-to-day tasks include prototyping AI-powered features, implementing microservices-based architectures, and driving intelligent automation to improve software development workflows. You must utilize Java, SQL, and Python while applying test-driven development methodologies to solve complex engineering problems. The role requires deep knowledge of AI/ML concepts, open-source development, and database migration. By sharing insights from real-world implementations, you will influence the software development roadmap. This position focuses on helping organizations modernize legacy workloads and accelerate AI adoption through scalable, resilient software solutions.

What you'll do

  • Refactor enterprise applications and migrate legacy databases to optimize performance using MongoDB.
  • Prototype and build AI-powered features using LLMs and Generative AI frameworks.
  • Implement microservices-based architectures and intelligent automation for customer applications.
  • Influence MongoDB’s AI and software development roadmap based on real-world customer needs.
  • Apply modern software engineering practices to accelerate customer AI adoption.
  • Create scalable and resilient software solutions for enterprise clients.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years of experience in software engineering delivering technical solutions for enterprise clients.
  • Proficiency in Java, SQL, and Python (preferred).
  • Engineering degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Network Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
  • In-depth knowledge of AI/ML concepts, tools, and open-source development.
  • Experience designing and implementing AI-powered applications (preferred).
  • Proficiency in test-driven development methodologies.
  • Familiarity with monolithic vs. microservices architectures, including database migration and refactoring.
  • Academic research experience in parsing, AI/ML, or programming languages (preferred).

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