Lead Engineer, Observability (People manager)

We are seeking a Lead Engineer to join our Cloud Observability Team, a diverse group of engineers responsible for building the systems that monitor the performance and health of our customers' MongoDB deployments. As the founding member and lead of a new team within Observability, you will focus on developing time series diagnostics products for the core MongoDB database experience, enhancing our core diagnostic products by leveraging technologies being developed across MongoDB.

We are looking for candidates based in Barcelona for our hybrid working model.

The ideal candidate will have:
* A passion for collaboration and teamwork
* Experience designing and building full-stack web applications
* Familiarity with observability products and a developer-focused mindset
* Experience in people management and technical leadership
* The ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments to lead projects to completion

In this role, you will:
* Build and support a team of motivated Individual Contributors
* Contribute to the code, design, and architecture of the systems your team develops
* Work with stakeholders to refine our roadmap and product offerings
* Foster an inclusive and respectful work environment

Success Measures:
* In three months, you'll be familiar with our developer tools and the existing features and projects within the Cloud Observability Team.
* In six months, you will have started building your team and shepherding it toward its product and engineering goals.
* In nine months, your team will be hitting its stride and driving a long-term roadmap forward.

We are committed to developing a supportive and enriching culture for everyone, valuing our employees’ wellbeing and supporting them along every step of their professional and personal journeys. MongoDB is an equal opportunities employer and committed to providing necessary accommodations for individuals with disabilities.