Senior MongoDB Engineer

Description:

Shape Your Future with Us:
We provide specialised software development and technical support, and we excel in delivering tailored solutions and comprehensive support services. We have successfully delivered custom software development, system integration, and ongoing technical support, enabling the group to enhance its operational efficiency and scalability. Our unique ability to bridge technical intricacies with business needs positions us as a key driver of group’s technological strategy.
Your Role
We are building a scalable Car Claims platform involving OCR ingestion, multi-stage workflows, and external integrations. We are looking for a hands-on Senior MongoDB Engineer with deep experience in database design, performance tuning, and cluster management within AWS cloud environments.
This role requires someone who has worked extensively on production-grade MongoDB clusters, ensuring high availability, performance, and resilience in distributed systems.
Senior MongoDB Engineer Key Responsibilities:
MongoDB Architecture & Engineering
* Design and implement scalable MongoDB data models (schema design) for:
* Build and manage MongoDB clusters (replica sets & sharded clusters)
Performance Tuning & Optimization
* Perform advanced query optimization and indexing strategies
* Proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks
Cluster Management & High Availability
* Configure and manage:
* Replica sets (primary, secondary)
* Sharding (chunk splitting, balancing, migrations)
* Handle failover, replication lag, and cluster health monitoring
Backup, Recovery & Data Migration
* Implement backup and recovery strategies (point-in-time recovery where applicable)
* Ensure data integrity during schema evolution and migrations
Senior MongoDB Engineer Required Skills & Experience:
* 8 - 10 years of experience in Database Engineering
* Strong hands-on expertise in MongoDB (core requirement)
* Proven experience in:
* Sharding & replication
* Cluster management
* Deep knowledge of:
* Performance tuning
* Query optimization
* Indexing strategies
* Experience with:
* Backup & recovery
* Data migration
* Troubleshooting production issues
* Hands-on experience with AWS cloud platform
* Strong understanding of NoSQL data modelling
Nice to Have
* Experience with MySQL / SQL Server / Cassandra (multi-database exposure)
Benefits
- Competitive salary (Depending on experience/ Sponsorship requirements)
- 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Hands-on experience in a tech-enabled, data-driven operations team
- Exposure to automation, AI-supported workflows, and modern systems
- Ongoing training and development
- Clear progression into senior operations roles
Why Join Us?
- Career Growth: You will grow your career while being part of a company that is pioneering AI-driven innovation and automation across multiple industries.
- Supportive Culture: You'll be part of a collaborative, high-performance team where knowledge-sharing and mentoring are part of our DNA. We offer a fun, inclusive, and fast-paced environment where your ideas are not only heard they’re encouraged.
- Modern Practice: Work with advanced AI-powered tools, streamlined workflows, and full administrative support.
- Strategic Expansion: With ambitious growth plans and a national footprint, we offer exciting long-term opportunities in a dynamic firm.
- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified individuals.
Ready to Redefine Your Career?
If you are looking to grow your career and be part of a fast-moving, technology-led business, we would love to hear from you. Share your CV with us!
*The Senior MongoDB Engineer job specification may be reviewed and updated periodically to reflect the evolving needs of the business