Senior Software Engineer, Server Security

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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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 Software Engineer, Server Security

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Join our Server Security team as a Senior Software Engineer and contribute to building critical security features for MongoDB’s distributed database. You will lead the development of cryptographic systems, identity & access management, network security protocols, and system integrity measures in a large C++ codebase. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure feature rollouts while maintaining high standards of code quality and best practices. Apply your expertise in diagnosing complex technical issues related to distributed systems and concurrency. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in building distributed systems, proficiency in compiled languages like C++, Rust, or Go, and a deep understanding of modern computer architecture. This role offers opportunities for leadership and mentorship within MongoDB’s core engineering organization.

Skills

C++ Python Rust Go Java Docker Kubernetes CI/CD PostgreSQL MongoDB AWS GCP Azure Terraform Git GitHub Jira Prometheus Grafana Linux TLS X.509 PKI CRLs

What you'll do

  • Build and test new security features in a large C++ codebase.
  • Lead investigations into complex areas of the MongoDB codebase.
  • Ensure high code quality and adherence to security best practices.
  • Solve technical issues related to distributed systems, concurrency, and OS internals.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for feature rollouts and changes.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience building distributed systems
  • Proficiency in C++, Rust, Go, Java, or similar compiled language
  • Strong understanding of modern computer architecture and OS internals
  • Degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
  • Excellent communication skills for technical stakeholders
  • Ability to reason about design choices impacting large-scale systems
  • Experience with cryptography, identity & access management, network security

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