The worldwide data management software market is massive (According to IDC, the worldwide database software market, which it refers to as the database management systems software market, was forecasted to be approximately $82 billion in 2023 growing to approximately $137 billion in 2027. This represents a 14% compound annual growth rate). At MongoDB we are transforming industries and empowering developers to build amazing apps that people use every day. We are the leading developer data platform and the first database provider to IPO in over 20 years. Join our team and be at the forefront of innovation and creativity.

The Atlas Foundational Services team develops and operates tier-zero services, frameworks and libraries that form the backbone of Atlas - MongoDB’s fully managed multi-cloud database service. Our newly formed organization is spearheading the first re-architecture effort since the inception of Atlas and empowers other MongoDB teams to build more robust, performant and maintainable features faster. We are a group of engineers from a variety of backgrounds who share a passion for solving difficult distributed systems problems to the benefit of real-world customers. We prioritize security, durability, availability and performance in everything we do. If you share our passion, have practical experience building large-scale, distributed systems and are looking to work with and learn from other kind and capable engineers, we are looking for you!

This role can be based out of our New York City office or remotely in the US region.

Position Expectations/Role Responsibilities/What you’ll do...

• Capture requirements and define scope of work for new software components/features or significant improvements with guidance and support from Senior/Staff engineers and other stakeholders (product managers, engineering leadership, etc.)
• Contribute to the design and implementation of robust software components
• Operate large-scale, distributed systems including root cause analysis of defects and support mitigation in case of outages under the guidance of call leaders
• Adhere to engineering and operational best practices and processes for the team, make improvement suggestions and/or help implement improvements
• Take ownership of component-level software delivery, including setting and meeting milestones and stakeholder communication
• Live our core values and leadership principles in your work

Qualifications/Requirements/We’re looking for someone with…

• BSc or higher in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Theoretical background in Distributed Systems and/or Database Management Systems
• At least 2 years of practical experience in Software Engineering
• At least 1 year of experience contributing to the development and operation of scalable, distributed production systems - including component level system design
• Experience at mitigating and diagnosing customer-impacting issues 
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills, including technical writing
• Track record of effectively working with stakeholders across job functions (e.g., product/design)

To drive the personal growth and business impact of our employees, we’re committed to developing a supportive and enriching culture for everyone. From employee affinity groups, to fertility assistance and a generous parental leave policy, we value our employees’ wellbeing and want to support them along every step of their professional and personal journeys. Learn more about what it’s like to work at MongoDB, and help us make an impact on the world!

MongoDB is committed to providing any necessary accommodations for individuals with disabilities within our application and interview process. To request an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter.

MongoDB, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and makes all hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

MongoDB’s base salary range for this role is posted below. Compensation at the time of offer is unique to each candidate and based on a variety of factors such as skill set, experience, qualifications, and work location. Salary is one part of MongoDB’s total compensation and benefits package. Other benefits for eligible employees may include: equity, participation in the employee stock purchase program, 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, and health benefits offerings. Please note, the base salary range listed below and the benefits in this paragraph are only applicable to U.S.-based candidates.

MongoDB’s base salary range for this role in the U.S. is:$101,000—$198,000 USD