Senior Software Engineer, Query Execution

Summary

Join MongoDB's Query Execution Team as a Software Engineer to develop a fast and modular distributed query system. You will implement and maintain execution algorithms, build new query language features, and tune database performance. This role can be based in a US or Canada office or remotely in North America. The ideal candidate possesses 4+ years of systems programming experience and solid computer science fundamentals. Experience with databases and C++ is a plus. MongoDB offers a supportive and enriching culture with various benefits.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in systems programming
• Hands-on experience building industrial-strength software
• Solid computer science fundamentals, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design/architecture
• Experience with large code bases, preferably in C++, C, Rust or a similar compiled language
• B.Sc. in Computer Science or similar field, or equivalent practical experience

Responsibilities

• Understand and improve current functionality of the MongoDB query engine
• Contribute high quality C++ code and give and solicit feedback in code reviews
• Identify, design, implement, test, and support new features related to query performance and robustness, query language enhancements, diagnostics for query performance problems, and integration with other products and tools
• Work constructively with peers to deliver excellent technical solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in databases and/or data management systems
• Interest in the theory and practice of database query engines. Hands-on experience or M.Sc./Ph.D in the domain

Benefits

• 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
• Health benefits offerings