MongoDB Search and Vector Search allows users to execute complex search queries and build RAG applications using the MongoDB Query Language. Our users are free to focus on relevance and data retrieval instead of the machinery needed to search data at scale.We are seeking a Lead Engineer to lead the MongoDB Search Query Platform & Availability team, ensuring querying and indexing tasks are highly available. Enable the vector and lexical search teams to more effectively enhance the product by solving common platform challenges at scale.We are looking to speak to candidates who are based in Toronto for our hybrid working model.You're an ideal candidate if:You have 2 or more years of experience managing a team of software engineersYou have strong technical judgment that you use to effectively guide engineering decisions without necessarily writing code yourselfYou have first-hand experience developing complex systems like databases, distributed systems, or high-performance applications and you use this context to understand the challenges your team facesYou enjoy coaching, career development, and creating growth opportunities to help your team reach their full potentialYou care about building a diverse, inclusive environment where engineers can do their best workYou put the customer first and don't hesitate to cross team boundaries in search of the right solutionAs an Engineering Manager on the Search team, you will:Lead and grow a team, managing all aspects of people management including hiring, growth, compensation,



and performance managementBe directly responsible for the results your team deliversPlay a key role in defining the roadmap for the next 12 monthsDrive improvements to processes and tools especially those that allow us to confidently make changes to high risk parts of our codebaseHandle (or lead the effort to handle) time-sensitive customer escalationsCollaborate with stakeholders and engineering teams across the company to jointly work on large initiativesWork with product managers, program managers, and other teams to specify, prioritize and deliver new features that delight our usersEnsure high quality and velocity in the design and implementation of new functionality in Search and Vector SearchBe open to occasional (twice a year) travel to the USSuccess Measures:In the first month:You have understood the high level architecture of the Search and Vector Search and the team's responsibilitiesYou are starting to develop relationships with key stakeholdersYou have gained familiarity with the required day-to-day processes to manage the teamIn three months:You have taken over management of your team, and are starting to build trust with your reportsYou have hired two new engineers to the teamYou have assumed responsibility for the day-to-day processes necessary to keep the lights onYou are involved in reviewing the design for new features and helping the team navigate technical challengesIn six months:You have established your role as a leader in the organization such that team members naturally go to you for guidanceYou have hired and onboarded two new engineers to the teamYou are beginning to involve yourself in planning and roadmapping effortsYou are leading the planning and execution of a new major featureYou have produced a roadmap that has buy in from your counterpartsIn twelve months:You have performed a full annual cycle of performance and growth conversations with your team membersYou have contributed to the vision for the future of the Search team and helped develop a plan to achieve that visionYou have increased the capability and velocity of your team in measurable waysMongoDB’s base salary range for this role is posted below. Compensation at the time of offer is unique to each candidate and based on a variety of factors such as skill set, experience, qualifications, and work location. Salary is one part of MongoDB’s total compensation and perks package. Other benefits for eligible employees may include: 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, and health, dental, and vision benefits offerings. Please note, the base salary range listed below and the benefits in this paragraph are only applicable to candidates based in Canada.MongoDB’s base salary range for this role in Canada is: $162,000 — $225,000 CADReq ID: 4263333183MongoDB 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Lead, Engineering - C$162,000 - C$225,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 MongoDB
📍 Winnipeg