Senior Software Engineer, Query Execution

MongoDB
Germany
Remote

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience in systems programming and a strong interest in database query engines.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years of systems programming experience and a background in query engine development
    — “5+ years of experience in systems programming”
  • Individuals who have worked on large code bases and are comfortable with C++ or similar compiled languages
    — “Experience with large code bases, preferably in C++, C, Rust or a similar compiled language”
  • Professionals with a B.Sc in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience and a passion for database performance
    — “B.Sc in Computer Science or similar field, or equivalent practical experience”

Things to consider

  • The role is based remotely in Germany, which may influence your expectations for in-person collaboration
    — “This role can be based remotely in Germany”
  • A strong emphasis is placed on code review and feedback, which may require a high level of engagement and communication
    — “Contribute high quality C++ code and give and solicit feedback in code reviews”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in large-scale systems and mention specific database performance improvements you've made
    — “Identify, design, implement, test, and support new features related to query performance and robustness”
  • Showcase your ability to work independently on complex systems and deliver results on schedule
    — “Independently delivering complex functionality and squashing bugs independently”
  • Emphasize your contributions to major projects or open-source work involving query execution systems
    — “Leading the development of a new major feature”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Contribute to the development of a project for the next major version
  • Fix bugs in minor versions
  • Lead the development of a new major feature
Typical background
B.Sc in Computer Science or similar field5+ years of experience in systems programming

Skills & requirements

Required

C++DatabasesData StructuresAlgorithmsSoftware Design

Preferred

Distributed SystemsQuery Language EnhancementsDatabase Query Engines

Stack & domain

C++CRustData StructuresAlgorithmsSoftware Design/architectureLarge Code BasesDatabasesData Management Systems

About the role

Original posting from MongoDB

The MongoDB Query Execution Team is hiring software engineers who want to join us in developing a high performing, reliable and modular distributed query system. Our engineers work on implementing and maintaining execution algorithms, building new query language features, tuning database performance, and more to power our customers' critical workloads.

This role can be based remotely in Germany.

Position Expectations

Understand and improve current functionality of the MongoDB query engine

Contribute high quality C++ code and give and solicit feedback in code reviews

Identify, design, implement, test, and support new features related to query performance and robustness, query language enhancements, diagnostics for query performance problems, and integration with other products and tools

Work constructively with peers to deliver excellent technical solutions

Candidate Profile

5+ years of experience in systems programming

Experience in databases and/or data management systems is a huge plus, but not a requirement

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++, C, Rust or a similar compiled language

B.Sc in Computer Science or similar field, or equivalent practical experience

Interest in the theory and practice of database query engines. Hands-on experience or M.Sc./Ph.D in the domain is a plus

Success Measures

In three months you’ll have contributed to the development of a project slated for the next major version, as well as fixed a few bugs in a minor version of our latest stable release series

In six months, you’ll have taken on code review responsibilities and are independently delivering complex functionality and squashing bugs independently

In twelve months, you’re leading the development of a new major feature and are helping to mentor new engineers on the team

About MongoDB

MongoDB is built for change, empowering our customers and our people to innovate at the speed of the market. We have redefined the data platform for the AI era, enabling builders to create, transform, and disrupt industries with software. MongoDB’s unified data platform, the most widely available, globally distributed data platform on the market, helps organizations modernize legacy workloads, embrace innovation, and unleash AI. Our cloud-native platform, MongoDB Atlas, is the only globally distributed, multi-cloud data platform and is available across AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure.

With offices worldwide and over 67,000 customers, including 75% of the Fortune 100 and AI-native startups, relying on MongoDB for their most important applications, we’re powering the next era of software.

Our compass at MongoDB is our Leadership Commitment, guiding how and why we make decisions, show up for each other, and win. It’s what makes us MongoDB. 

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 is an equal opportunities employer.

Req ID: 2273491237

Source: MongoDB careers

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