MongoDB is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Database Experience (DBX) team, focusing on building and maintaining the Node.js driver and related tools. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact MongoDB's developer ecosystem, with the Node.js driver seeing over 6 million weekly npm downloads.
The position involves working on critical backend infrastructure, including maintaining and enhancing the MongoDB Node.js Driver and its dependencies. You'll be contributing to open-source projects, AI/ML integrations, and working closely with a distributed global engineering team. The role requires deep expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript and backend development, with a focus on building reliable, performant developer tools.
As a senior engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing major features, contributing to driver specifications, and collaborating with the Product team on roadmap planning. The role offers significant technical challenges in areas like concurrency, distributed systems, and database operations.
MongoDB offers an excellent compensation package, including competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The company culture strongly supports work-life balance and professional growth, with benefits like 20 weeks of parental leave and mental health support. The position is remote-based in Canada, offering flexibility while working with a global team.
This is an ideal opportunity for experienced backend developers who are passionate about open source, enjoy building developer tools, and want to make a significant impact on the MongoDB ecosystem. The role combines technical depth with the opportunity to influence the direction of critical developer tools used by millions of developers worldwide.