Staff Software Engineer, MongoDB

• We are seeking an experienced Principal or Senior Staff Software Engineer with a strong background in full-stack web development, specializing in NodeJS, React, TypeScript, and frameworks such as Express
• This position requires a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills and a commitment to staying current with industry trends and technologies
• Excellent English communication skills (verbal, and written)
• Minimum 9 years of experience architecting and developing full-stack web applications, with a minimum of 2 years as a staff software engineer on a software development team
• Demonstrable mastery of NodeJS and TypeScript, with in-depth knowledge of React, and libraries/frameworks such as Express or NextJS
• Strong understanding of RESTful API development using NodeJS and related technologies and libraries
• In-depth understanding of software development concepts such as scalability, observability, software design patterns, performance optimization, and web application security principles and practices
• Demonstrated ability to actively engage in coding and software development tasks, leading by example and staying current with the latest development practices
• Deep knowledge and hands-on expertise with continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines. Familiarity with tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, CircleCI, and others
• Proficiency in unit testing, and good working knowledge of integration testing, and end-to-end testing using frameworks like Jest, Mocha, Playwright, or similar
• Working knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible)
• Proven track record of leading and mentoring other team members, leading technical discussions for resolving conflicts, and obtaining alignment on technical decisions

Desirable

• In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing and developing robust, scalable, and secure web applications, leveraging your deep expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies
• You will help lead the architecture and implementation of new features, optimize performance, and ensure code quality through thorough testing and best practices in software development
• Your role involves actively and consistently engaging in hands-on coding to drive projects to completion
• You will mentor other software engineers, foster a collaborative team environment, and contribute to the overall technical direction of the projects
• Success in this role will be measured by your ability to deliver high-quality software on time, lead major initiatives, and continuously improve the development processes and technical standards within the team
• This role demands a seasoned professional who can establish credibility quickly and easily in related technical areas, demonstrating their ability to influence and guide the team effectively
• Moreover, they should leverage their technical credibility to obtain consensus on different topics within the team, fostering collaboration and ensuring that technical decisions are well-informed and supported by team members
• First 3 Months:
• Fully understand the team’s tech stack, tools, and processes
• Establish strong working relationships with team members and key stakeholders
• Participate actively in code reviews and contribute to the team’s coding standards
• Identify and document any immediate areas for process improvements
• First 6 Months:
• Lead the development of a mid-sized project from planning to deployment
• Mentor junior engineers and facilitate knowledge sharing within the team
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions
• First 9 Months:
• Lead multiple projects or significant features, ensuring high-quality delivery
• Implement at least one major process improvement that enhances team productivity
• Facilitate cross-functional team collaborations to ensure alignment and synergy
• First 12 Months:
• Drive strategic initiatives that align with the team’s long-term goals
• Innovate and implement solutions that significantly improve product performance or scalability
• Be recognized as one of the go-to technical experts and trusted advisors within the organization