or apply directly on MongoDB's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 66 days MongoDB's roles stay open a median of 66 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of MongoDB's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at MongoDB
- high 337 stale, 7 reposted of 411 open
- Hiring momentum
- 575 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-08
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from MongoDB's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for MongoDB.
About this role
The Senior Software Engineer for Server Security at MongoDB will focus on developing security features for their database system, working closely with distributed systems. Responsibilities include building and testing security features in a C++ codebase, coordinating with various engineering teams, and ensuring code quality and security best practices. The role emphasizes collaboration and leadership in improving MongoDB's security posture.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of MongoDB as an employer.
What you need
- 5+ years of experience building distributed systems
- Proficiency in a compiled language (C++, Rust, Go, Java, or similar)
- Ability to reason about design choices in distributed systems
- Understanding of modern computer architecture and internals
- Degree in Computer Science or similar field, or equivalent practical experience
- Strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design/architecture
What you get
- Equity
- Participation in the employee stock purchase program
- Flexible paid time off
- 20 weeks fully-paid gender-neutral parental leave
- Fertility and adoption assistance
- 401(k) plan
Worth weighing
- No salary listed for non-U.S. candidates
- Remote or hybrid work options available only for candidates in the USA or Canada
- The role involves working with a large, feature-rich C++ codebase which may require specific expertise
Summarised from MongoDB's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by MongoDB on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-08. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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