
About MongoDB
The leading developer data platform for modern applications
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in Theater District, New York, NY
- Over 1000 employees and $311.1 million in Series F funding
- Popular document-oriented database system with hundreds of millions of downloads
- Partnership with Patronus AI for automated LLM evaluation
MongoDB is a leading developer data platform headquartered in the Theater District of New York, NY. The company specializes in a document-oriented database system that stores data as JSON-like documents, making it a popular choice for modernizing legacy applications. With over 1000 employees and $31...
🎁 Benefits
MongoDB offers a comprehensive benefits package including equity and an Employee Stock Purchase Program, 20 weeks of fully paid gender-neutral parenta...
🌟 Culture
MongoDB fosters a culture centered around open-source development and innovation. The company is committed to helping businesses modernize their appli...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
MongoDB is hiring a Director of Engineering to lead the Query Optimization team. You'll manage engineering managers and staff-level engineers while making deeply technical decisions in query processing. This role requires at least 5 years of management experience.
Job Description
Who you are
You have at least 5 years of experience in a management position, including mentoring other engineering managers. You have a proven track record of building, mentoring, and growing high-performing teams in a technical environment. Your ability to navigate complex technical decisions in the query processing domain sets you apart.
You are passionate about leading diverse teams and driving large, cutting-edge initiatives. Your experience in distributed systems and query optimization will be invaluable as you guide your team through uncharted territories in data processing. You understand the importance of fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive.
What you'll do
As the Director of Engineering, you will lead the development of a world-class, open-source query engine designed for the document model. You will be responsible for the vision, experience, and architecture of data processing for the organization. Your role will involve managing a team of engineering managers and staff-level engineers, ensuring they are supported and challenged in their roles.
You will zoom in on deeply technical decisions while also focusing on team dynamics and growth. Your leadership will help shape the future of query languages, cost-based optimization, schema inference, and data federation. You will work closely with your team to tackle complex questions and drive innovation in the field.
What we offer
MongoDB provides a supportive environment where you can make a significant impact on the world of data processing. We offer relocation assistance for those moving to our Dublin office or the option to work remotely within the Republic of Ireland. Join us in writing a new chapter in data processing and help change how users think about their workloads.
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