Senior Software Engineer - Python, AI (Perm, Ireland)

Mongodb

Build & Grow Developer Relations Team enables our most strategic customers to effectively use MongoDB technology. This team is the tip of the spear within these accounts, working with their developers as well as key internal MongoDB stakeholders (e.g., Sales, Marketing), to encourage adoption of MongoDB solutions. We're seeking a Senior Developer Advocate to join our team and drive developer enablement.  Our mission is to capture the imagination of new and potential MongoDB developers within these accounts, to enable developers as they begin their MongoDB journey, and to lead developers in designs for new or replatformed workloads. Our team increases developers’ effective use of MongoDB and reduces the time it takes for developers to meaningfully use the platform. You will join a team of our most experienced engineers and host virtual and in-person engagement with customers throughout the world. If you’re passionate about data and helping developers create some of the most performant, scalable, and efficient solutions of their careers, then join us in shaping the future of development on MongoDB. Our Developer Relations teams are distributed around the world and a majority of the group works remotely. This is a UK / Europe based role primarily working with customers in the region. This role can be based remotely in the Ireland region. CANDIDATE PROFILE As a Senior Developer Advocate, you are a competent developer ready to peer, mentor, and lead development teams as they solve their enterprise's most critical data issues. You are familiar with MongoDB or other data technologies and otherwise have the ability to quickly become proficient in MongoDB, possess insight into developer enablement programs and have the ability to guide development teams in the adoption of new technologies. You’re an excellent public speaker and are comfortable delivering live enablement sessions to technical audiences of up to 400 or more. Your recent experience includes directly enabling developers and architects with data-related challenges and moving them toward solutions for their real-world performance and scalability problems. As a bonus, your experience also includes exercising soft leadership with decision makers in organizations for defining, adopting, and scaling data-related technologies. With a combination of software engineering, solutions development, consulting experience, and developer relations, you have a deep understanding of developer ecosystems and how developers best acquire fluency in new technologies. You have a solid working knowledge of databases, database performance, schema design, and optimizing production applications at scale. You employ a well-developed consulting method that allows you to quickly triage situations to understand the most critical issues at hand and to address them efficiently.  Finally, you excel at explaining complex technical concepts in simple terms and have a natural ability to connect and communicate with developers of various skill levels. Collaboration and empowerment are at the heart of this team’s work style. You'll work closely with other team members to create and refine content, to deliver events, and to share insights, techniques, and best practices with the larger MongoDB team and with the broader developer community. Your focus is not just on individual success but on success of the entire team, consistent with MongoDB's value of Building Together. POSITION EXPECTATIONS * Become a Subject Matter Expert on document schema design * Develop an understanding of core MongoDB database functionality and Atlas features such as Search, Vector Search, Data Federation, Online Archive, and Streaming * Deliver Design Review sessions to customer development teams in order to guide their design and use of MongoDB document schemas for their specific workloads * Communicate insights gathered from developer engagement, through code and content, to inform team members and enable other developers * Deliver virtual and in-person developer enablement sessions to audiences of up to 400 developers * Create language-specific or other content in your area of expertise to evangelize and educate various developer communities REQUIREMENTS * At least 5 years of experience in both customer-facing and developer-centric roles such as Consulting, Solutions Architecture, Developer Relations, working with development teams in the design of document schemas and high performance, scalable database implementations * At least 3 years of experience (or the equivalent) of consulting with development teams as a non-member of the team * Proficiency with at least one of the languages most popular with our customers (Java, Python, Javascript) Familiarity with 2 or more of the languages popular with our customers (Java, Python, Javascript or Typescript, C#, Rust, PHP) * Experience in creating effective developer-focused code and content * Strong presentation skills, with ability in conducting live streams, or public speaking at events * Written and spoken English language proficiency * Ability and willingness to travel (up to 50%) primarily within the UK, Europe, with some travel to India / Asia. ABOUT MONGODB MongoDB is built for change, empowering our customers and our people to innovate at the speed of the market. We have redefined the data platform for the AI era, enabling builders to create, transform, and disrupt industries with software. MongoDB’s unified data platform, the most widely available, globally distributed data platform on the market, helps organizations modernize legacy workloads, embrace innovation, and unleash AI. Our cloud-native platform, MongoDB Atlas, is the only globally distributed, multi-cloud data platform and is available across AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure. With offices worldwide and over 67,000 customers, including 75% of the Fortune 100 and AI-native startups, relying on MongoDB for their most important applications, we’re powering the next era of software. Our compass at MongoDB is our Leadership Commitment, guiding how and why we make decisions, show up for each other, and win. It’s what makes us MongoDB.   To drive the personal growth and business impact of our employees, we’re committed to developing a supportive and enriching culture for everyone. From employee affinity groups, to fertility assistance and a generous parental leave policy, we value our employees’ wellbeing and want to support them along every step of their professional and personal journeys. Learn more about what it’s like to work at MongoDB, and help us make an impact on the world!   MongoDB is committed to providing any necessary accommodations for individuals with disabilities within our application and interview process. To request an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter.   MongoDB is an equal opportunities employer.   Req ID: 3263243163

Nearform

Technical Director (Perm, Ireland, Remote) This is a permanent full time remote opportunity for those based in Ireland.   About Nearform Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. In these ways, we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact. Our deep expertise in solving the world’s most complex digital problems, along with our collaborative, people-first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI. Today, our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media 02, and Walmart.   As part of our Delivery Management function, you will help our clients build solutions and platforms, launch new product ventures, and fundamentally change how they operate. You will work as part of a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team, typically consisting of designers, developers, DevOps engineers, and members of the client team. Whether you’re a Delivery Manager, Technical Lead, or Technical Director, you will act as the bridge between client needs and timelines, ensuring the delivery of innovative, scalable solutions. About the Technical Director role As a Technical Director at Nearform, you will provide strategic and technical leadership across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with business goals while fostering innovation and excellence. Your role will involve technical vision-setting, client engagement, and team leadership to drive both project success and long-term growth. * Technical Strategy & Leadership – Define and communicate a clear technical vision, ensuring best practices in architecture, software development, and emerging technologies. Act as the final authority in critical design and delivery decisions. * Client Engagement & Advisory – Serve as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, and senior stakeholders. Lead discovery workshops, translate business objectives into technical strategies, and develop tailored solution proposals. * Project Execution & Delivery – Oversee technical execution, ensuring quality, scalability, and maintainability. Monitor project health, identify risks, and ensure successful outcomes through proactive leadership. * Team Leadership & Talent Development – Work with resourcing teams to ensure the right talent is staffed on projects. Foster a culture of excellence, mentorship, and innovation across teams. * Financial & Operational Oversight – Manage project burn-down, optimize resource allocation, and identify revenue growth opportunities while maintaining financial accountability. * Industry Influence & Thought Leadership – Stay ahead of industry trends, contribute to open-source projects, and engage in public speaking, blog writing, and mentorship. Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and sustainability initiatives within Nearform. What we are looking for in this person * 15+ years of technical leadership experience, ideally within consulting, SaaS, or large-scale digital transformation projects. * Deep expertise in software architecture, cloud platforms, and modern development practices. * A strong track record of guiding technical decisions on complex, high-impact projects. * Experience leading pre-sales, discovery, and solution design discussions. * Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. * A consultative mindset, able to align business needs with technical strategies. * Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills to influence at all levels. * Hands-on experience with AI, databases, distributed systems, and modern software engineering best practices. * Experience leading and mentoring senior software development teams * A passion for continuous learning, innovation, and professional excellence. Preferred Skills * Previous experience working in a fully remote, globally distributed environment. * Background in financial oversight of technology projects. * Experience contributing to open-source projects or technical thought leadership. * Prior exposure to AI-driven solutions and emerging technologies. Benefits & Perks * Annual Company Bonus - We all help Nearform to hit company goals so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance. * Work Remotely and Flexibly - We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem! * Paid Time Off Package - We offer an annual leave of 24 days plus public holidays. We also offer sick leave, marriage leave and many more. * Remote Working Allowance - Every 2 years, you will have a budget of up to €1250 to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace in addition to your essential equipment provided by Nearform when you join. * Training and Development Allowance - We understand the importance of continuously learning so we offer an allowance of up to €1000 you can use to upskill yourself. * Healthcare - It’s important to always take care of your health, so we offer additional private healthcare here at Nearform. If you wish to learn more about the plan offered feel free to reach out to our team. * Pension & Insurances - We offer a pension match of up to 5% and Income Protection and Death in Service for peace of mind.   Our Interview Process Talent Call (30 mins, Zoom) An introductory conversation with a member of our Talent Team to learn more about your background, experience, and career goals. We'll also provide a high-level overview of Nearform and answer any questions you may have. This step helps us assess initial alignment. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hiring Manager Interview (1 hour, Zoom) A conversation with the Head of Delivery or CTO focused on your approach to delivery management, client collaboration, and technical problem-solving in an enterprise development setting. We'll also share more details about Nearform and the potential projects you may join. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Panel Interview (1.5 hours, Zoom) A discussion with 2 Technical Directors focusing on your team leadership and delivery management approach in more detail. This includes scenario-based questions on team management, delivering technical work, and client collaboration, assessing how you drive success in an enterprise development environment. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Final Interview (45 mins, Zoom) A final chat with the Managing Director for the region to discuss the plans for this role, Nearform’s strategy, and any questions you may have.   READY TO JOIN US? If you're passionate about building high-quality applications, solving complex challenges, and driving innovation in enterprise development, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now via our careers page at Nearform and be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. Nearform is committed to shaping a better world in all that we do. Our global team is built based on respect, inclusivity, diversity and excellence.  If you require any adjustments to the interview process as part of your application, please let someone from our Talent Team know so they can help.   Salary up to €160,000 + Bonus & Benefits

Nearform

Senior DevOps Engineer (Perm, Ireland, Remote) This is a permanent full time remote opportunity for those based in the Ireland. About Nearform Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. In these ways, we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact. Our deep expertise in solving the world’s most complex digital problems, along with our collaborative, people-first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI. Today, our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media 02, and Walmart.   As part of our Engineering function, you will work closely with clients to translate complex business requirements into innovative digital products. Whether you are a Senior Engineer, Tech Lead, or DevOps Engineer, you will collaborate with distributed teams, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to build secure, high-performance applications. Our Nearform engineers are known for building high quality, scalable solutions that solve real world problems.   About the Senior DevOps Engineer Role: As a Senior DevOps Engineer at Nearform, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure to support scalable and reliable applications. Your key responsibilities will include: * Developing and managing cloud-based infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP. * Creating and maintaining deployment architectures and continuous delivery pipelines. * Designing high-availability and fault-tolerant solutions for applications. * Implementing monitoring frameworks, including dashboards, alerts, and escalation processes. * Automating infrastructure provisioning and management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation. * Managing containerized applications and orchestrating deployments using Kubernetes. * Ensuring security best practices are applied across CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and microservices. * Optimizing system performance and scalability through observability and proactive monitoring. * Collaborating with development teams to streamline deployment workflows and improve DevOps processes. * Advising clients on best practices for cloud infrastructure, deployment automation, and system security. * Engaging in technical discussions with stakeholders and supporting project execution to ensure timely delivery. * Assisting with the analysis of client requirements. * Working with and supporting Technical Leaders in project execution and timely delivery. * Collaborating with client teams. What we are looking for in this person * Significant experience delivering at a Senior Engineer level. Our Seniors typically have at least 6 years’ commercial experience. * Practical experience and knowledge of developing real-world solutions. * Practical experience of delivering in an agile environment. * Strong experience managing and automating cloud-based infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP. * Proficiency in infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform or CloudFormation. * Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration tools, ideally Kubernetes (K8s). * Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, ideally with GitHub Actions or Jenkins. * Scripting and automation expertise, preferably with Python. * Experience with observability tools and monitoring frameworks for system performance optimization. * Solid understanding of security best practices across cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and microservices. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills. * Professional proficiency in English.   Benefits & Perks * Annual Company Bonus - We all help Nearform to hit company goals so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance. * Work Remotely and Flexibly - We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem! * Paid Time Off Package - We offer an annual leave of 24 days plus public holidays. We also offer sick leave, marriage leave and many more. * Remote Working Allowance - Every 2 years, you will have a budget of up to €1250 to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace in addition to your essential equipment provided by Nearform when you join. * Training and Development Allowance - We understand the importance of continuously learning so we offer an allowance of up to €1000 you can use to upskill yourself. * Healthcare - It’s important to always take care of your health, so we offer additional private healthcare here at Nearform. If you wish to learn more about the plan offered feel free to reach out to our team. * Pension & Insurances - We offer a pension match of up to 5% and Income Protection and Death in Service for peace of mind.   Our Interview Process Talent Call (30 mins via Zoom) An introductory conversation with a member of our Talent Team to learn more about your background, experience, and career goals. We'll also provide a high-level overview of Nearform and answer any questions you may have. This step helps us assess initial alignment. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Technical Assessment (1 hour via Zoom) A live coding challenge with one of our trained interviewers. You'll be asked to build a working solution to a problem via screen sharing, demonstrating your DevOps engineering expertise, problem-solving ability, and coding best practices in a real-time environment. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hiring Manager Interview (45 mins via Zoom) A conversation with a Hiring Manager focused on your approach to teamwork, client collaboration, and problem-solving in an enterprise development setting. We'll also share more details about Nearform and the potential projects you may join. There may also be an additional interview with the client depending on the project   READY TO JOIN US? If you're passionate about building high-quality applications, solving complex challenges, and driving innovation in enterprise development, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now via our careers page at Nearform and be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. Nearform is committed to shaping a better world in all that we do. Our global team is built based on respect, inclusivity, diversity and excellence.  If you require any adjustments to the interview process as part of your application, please let someone from our Talent Team know so they can help.   Salary up to €90,000 + Bonus & Benefits