Senior Software Engineer (C++ / Mongo)

Percona is seeking a Senior C++ Software Engineer to join their distributed software development team, focusing on Percona Server for MongoDB (PSMDB). This role combines technical expertise with open-source community engagement, requiring strong C++ programming skills and distributed systems knowledge. The position offers an opportunity to work on enterprise-grade functionality for MongoDB while being part of a global remote-first company.

The ideal candidate will be instrumental in designing and optimizing features for PSMDB, working with storage engines like WiredTiger, and collaborating with teams across different time zones. With a minimum of 5 years of C++ development experience, you'll be responsible for enhancing database performance, ensuring data integrity, and contributing to the open-source community.

Percona stands out as a workplace by offering a truly remote-first environment with colleagues in over 50 countries. They provide comprehensive benefits including flexible work hours, career development funds, and equity participation. The company's commitment to open-source technology and its position as a global leader in database solutions makes it an exciting opportunity for engineers passionate about distributed systems and database technology.

The role combines technical challenges with community engagement, requiring both strong programming skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. You'll be working on cutting-edge database technology while contributing to the open-source community, making this an ideal position for someone who wants to make a significant impact in the database technology space while working with a globally distributed team.