Lead Engineer, Query

Who you are

You have a degree in Computer Science or a similar field, or equivalent practical experience, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design/architecture. You possess experience building production-level code with a large user base, ensuring robust design structure and rigorous code quality. You are proficient in C++ or a similar programming language and have a passion for managing small engineering teams, providing mentorship, and coaching. You understand the importance of running teams effectively and are committed to aiding your team's career growth while facilitating their technical work.

Desirable

Experience in transactional, time-series, and analytical workloads is a plus. You are familiar with technical processes that improve team efficiency and project outcomes. You have a track record of making coding contributions to team projects as needed and providing valuable feedback on system architecture and feature design. You are dedicated to ensuring that your team runs smoothly by helping to eliminate technical barriers and coordinating with other teams regarding dependencies.

What you'll do

As a Lead Engineer at MongoDB, you will manage a team of software engineers, responsible for ensuring their success and aiding their career growth. You will contribute to planning for organizational growth, including the allocation of engineering resources, future hiring plans, and assignment of projects. You will set the team culture by example, making coding contributions to the team’s projects as needed. Your role will involve providing feedback on the architecture of the system and the design of new features, ensuring that the team is focused on overall happiness and productivity. You will also coordinate with other teams to address dependencies and facilitate smooth project execution.

What we offer

MongoDB offers a competitive salary range for this role in Canada, which is $162,000—$225,000 CAD. You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer match. We also provide mental health counseling and backup child and elder care. You will be part of a dynamic team that values mentorship and career development, with opportunities to grow within the organization. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse backgrounds and perspectives.