Senior Software Engineer - Query Integration

MongoDB

Remote

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Work type: Remote
Location: Canada
Salary: $126,000–$248,000 / yr
Posted: 13 days ago

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TL;DR · Senior Software Engineer - Query Integration

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Join the Query Integration team as a Senior Software Engineer at MongoDB, where you will enhance our leading data management platform by building user-facing features and integrating query capabilities with other products in the MongoDB ecosystem. Your day-to-day responsibilities include improving the core query engine, contributing high-quality C++ code, conducting code reviews, and developing new features that boost performance and robustness. While experience in C++ is beneficial, hands-on software development skills, a strong background in computer science fundamentals, and familiarity with large codebases are essential. You will work on projects like extending language support for analytics and adding telemetry to provide deeper insights into database usage. This role requires expertise in databases, industrial-strength software development, and an interest in query engine theory and practice.

Skills

C++ JavaScript Python SQL Data Structures Algorithms Software Design Code Review CI/CD MongoDB Time-Series Databases Vector Search Atlas Search Workload Telemetry

What you'll do

Understand and enhance the functionality of the MongoDB query engine.
Design, implement, test, and support new features for query performance and robustness.
Contribute high-quality C++ code and participate in peer feedback during reviews.
Identify and resolve bugs independently in minor version releases.
Mentor new engineers on the team and contribute to major feature design.

What we're looking for

5+ years of experience in computer programming and software development.
Strong background in data structures, algorithms, and software design/architecture.
Experience with large code bases, preferably in C++ or similar languages.
Hands-on experience building industrial-strength software systems.
B.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience required.
Interest and hands-on experience in database query engines is preferred.

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