Engineering Manager • Lead

Who you are

You have 6+ years of commercial software development experience, particularly in the Java ecosystem, and have a strong background in data streaming products. As a hands-on technical leader, you are adept at driving architectural decisions and mentoring engineers to achieve high-impact results. Your experience includes leading teams and collaborating closely with product management to deliver solutions that address complex data challenges.

You possess extensive product experience in the data streaming or data tooling space, especially with platforms like Apache Kafka and Change Data Capture (CDC) tools such as Debezium. You are also familiar with relational and document data modeling, having hands-on experience with at least one SQL database like PostgreSQL or MySQL, and one document database such as MongoDB. Exposure to client-side technologies like JavaScript and React is a plus, enhancing your ability to contribute across the stack.

Your understanding of algorithms and data structures, along with their time and space complexity, allows you to make informed decisions that optimize performance. You approach challenges with curiosity and a positive attitude, always eager to learn and grow in your role. Excellent verbal and written communication skills enable you to articulate complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable

Experience with cloud technologies and microservices architecture would be beneficial, as would familiarity with agile methodologies. A background in mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative team environment is highly valued.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead a talented team of engineers in building a complex product suite that leverages a modern technology stack. You will be responsible for driving architectural decisions and ensuring that the team adheres to best practices in software development. Your leadership will guide the team in delivering high-quality products that meet customer needs and solve their most challenging data problems.

You will collaborate closely with product management to define product requirements and translate them into actionable engineering tasks. Your hands-on approach will involve coding alongside your team, conducting code reviews, and providing mentorship to help engineers grow in their careers. You will also be involved in strategic planning, helping to shape the future direction of the product and the team.

Your role will require you to stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring that the team remains competitive and innovative. You will foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to share knowledge and learn from one another. By creating an environment where engineers feel supported and empowered, you will help drive the team's success.

What we offer

MongoDB offers a hybrid working model, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. You will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, working on products that have a significant impact on the data landscape. We provide opportunities for professional development and growth, ensuring that you can continue to advance your career while contributing to meaningful projects.

Join us at MongoDB, where you can make a difference in the world of data streaming and tooling. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, and we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement.