Principal Technical Lead, Software Engineering (MongoDB) - North America Software Center

TSMC • Washington, DC

1d • $166,800 - $241,800 • Onsite

About The Position

TSMC Washington's North America Software Center is seeking a talented software engineer with expertise in operations and optimization for MongoDB to join their team. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who is passionate about improving the performance, scalability, and reliability of database and Lakehouse technologies at a global scale. The ideal candidate will combine a deep technical background with a drive to innovate and optimize, ensuring efficient and sustainable operations across TSMC’s cloud ecosystem.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 8 years of experience in database operations and optimization, with hands-on expertise in MongoDB.
• Proven track record of improving performance and scalability in complex database and Lakehouse environments.
• Extensive experience in software development using programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, Rust, or other relevant languages.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in cloud computing (AWS, Azure, or GCP), with a focus on database and data processing workloads.
• Strong technical leadership skills with at least 3 years in a leadership role, setting direction for database and system optimization projects.
• Hands-on expertise with version control tools like Git, GitLab, or GitHub.
• Exceptional communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across global teams.
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. We currently cannot provide sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
• Employment at TSMC is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts in optimizing MongoDB for performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Analyze and resolve operational challenges, ensuring continuous improvement for mission-critical systems.
• Guide teams in designing, implementing, and maintaining highly performant and optimized data pipelines.
• Collaborate with Software Engineers and Data Architects to improve system infrastructure through monitoring, tuning, and troubleshooting MongoDB systems.
• Define and implement best practices for managing data systems, including backup, recovery, and high availability strategies.
• Lead cross-team discussions on operations, scalability, and architectural refinements for database and data warehouse systems.
• Contribute to the lifecycle of systems from conceptual design through implementation, deployment, and optimization.
• Mentor team members to ensure deep understanding of database and Lakehouse optimization techniques.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Profit sharing
• Incentive bonuses
• Tuition assistance
• 12 holidays per year
• Accrued paid time off annually
• Onsite amenities include a fitness center, game room, physical therapist, and subsidized café.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal