Software Engineer 3, Query Integration
About The Position
The Query Integration team is at the heart of making MongoDB's data capabilities seamless and accessible. Our mission is to build intuitive, user-facing features on top of our core query engine and integrate it deeply with the broader MongoDB ecosystem. We work on cutting-edge features that power our time-series database, extend analytical language capabilities, and scale our high-growth Atlas Search and Vector Search products. We are a highly collaborative team that values engineering excellence and continuous learning. While our core engine development is in C++, our testing infrastructure relies on JavaScript and Python, making for a dynamic and modern development environment. This role can be based out of our US or Canadian offices, or remotely within the North American region.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in computer programming
- Hands-on experience building industrial-strength software
- Solid computer science fundamentals, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design/architecture
- Experience with large code bases, preferably in C++
- B.Sc. in Computer Science or similar field, or equivalent practical experience
- Interest in the theory and practice of database query engines.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in databases and/or data management systems is a huge plus, but not a requirement
- Hands-on experience or M.Sc./Ph.D in the domain is a plus
Responsibilities
- Develop and scale new query capabilities that directly impact our time-series, Atlas Search, and Vector Search products while adding workload telemetry for greater database insights.
- Contribute high-quality, maintainable code primarily in C++ and gain a deep, working understanding of the MongoDB query engine.
- Work constructively with peers to design, implement, and support robust technical solutions while giving and receiving meaningful feedback in code reviews.
- Build comprehensive testing suites in Python/JavaScript and implement diagnostics to help identify and resolve complex query performance problems.
Benefits
- equity
- participation in the employee stock purchase program
- flexible paid time off
- 20 weeks fully-paid gender-neutral parental leave
- fertility and adoption assistance
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer match
- mental health counseling
- backup child and elder care
- health, dental, and vision benefits offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
