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 offers the possibility of working remotely in North America or from one of our US or Canada offices. The ideal candidate possesses 4+ years of systems programming experience and a strong computer science background. Experience with databases is a plus, but not required. MongoDB provides 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
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer match
• Mental health counseling
• Backup child and elder care
• Health, dental, and vision benefits offerings