The posting, in MongoDB's own words
archived Oct 22, 2026As a Senior Forward Deployed AI Engineer, you’ll work directly with enterprise customers on high-impact projects that leverage Generative AI, LLMs, and modern application development. You’ll be hands-on in helping organizations migrate legacy databases, modernize their architecture, and integrate AI-driven functionality into their applications. This is a rare opportunity to apply your software engineering expertise while driving AI adoption across industries. You’ll not only solve challenging, real-world engineering problems, but also influence MongoDB’s AI strategy and product direction. This role will be based remotely anywhere within the U.S. or any MongoDB North America office, including Seattle, Denver, Raleigh, San Francisco, Palo Alto, New York, DC, etc.
What You’ll Do
Work with enterprise customers to refactor applications, migrate legacy databases, and optimize performance using MongoDB Prototype and build AI-powered features, leveraging LLMs and Generative AI frameworks to improve software development workflows and application functionality Apply modern software engineering practices to accelerate customers’ AI adoption, helping them implement microservices-based architectures, intelligent automation, and AI-enhanced applications Influence MongoDB’s AI and software development roadmap by sharing insights from real-world implementations and customer needs Collaborate across engineering, product, and customer teams to create scalable, resilient software solutions
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What We’re Looking For
8+ years of experience in software engineering, with a proven track record of delivering impactful technical solutions for enterprise clients, preferably using Java, SQL, and Python An engineering degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Network Engineering, or Electrical Engineering In-depth knowledge of AI/ML concepts, tools, and open-source development; experience designing and implementing AI-powered applications is highly preferred Proficient in test-driven development methodologies and familiar with monolithic vs. architectures, including database migration and refactoring Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling complex, “un-Googleable” challenges while driving innovation through software development Preferred qualifications: Academic research experience in parsing, AI/ML, or programming languages