Senior Staff Engineer

Summary

Join the MongoDB Server Query Optimization team and help build a world-class distributed open-source query optimizer. The team plays a crucial role in the experience and performance of data processing.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in data management systems, including extensive experience in query optimization
• Experience with building production-level code with a large user base, robust design structure and rigorous code quality. Extensive coding knowledge of C++ is preferred or another system level language is required
• Degree in Computer Science or similar field, or equivalent practical experience, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design/architecture
• Passion for the theory and practice of database query engines, as well as hands-on or academic experience in the domain
• Leadership qualifies to communicate effectively and thrive in a highly collaborative teamwork environment

Responsibilities

• Innovate in the area of flexible schema databases; Help us build a world-class query optimization system
• Research state-of-the art query systems to inform our design
• Leverage deep knowledge of the strength and weakness of the product and the industry trends to provide technical vision and direction
• Set initiative level strategy, architect plan and lead team towards successful execution
• Advise management on decisions related to roadmap, processes, architecture and design
• Identify, design, implement, test, and support new features related to query performance and robustness, query language enhancements, diagnostics, and integration with other products and tools
• Extend influence to Engineering organization in forming product vision, long-term roadmap and proposing changes to engineering practices
• Influence and grow team members through active mentoring, coaching and leading by example

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