MongoDB Company Culture & Values

What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?

For me, choosing an employer is about aligning my professional values with my employer’s values. The relationship should be a mutual investment, where both parties are committed to long-term success, driven by shared principles of respect, development and support. The values I seek are centered on cultivating an environment where potential is maximized, life balance is respected and contributions are recognized.

The most crucial value is an employer’s commitment to seeing the employee as a valued contributor, not just a resource. This enables organizations to take advantage of unique talents and foster loyalty through proactive talent management and growth. I look for an employer who understands my strengths and motivations, assigns projects aligned to them and invests in training and mentorship to prepare me for future responsibilities.

A key value is support of well-being through genuine work-life balance, enabling employees to fully engage in personal lives without penalty. Finally, I seek a culture that recognizes hard work, encourages innovation and empowers employees to challenge the status quo.

 How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?

Throughout the entire recruiting process, I never felt I was in an interview. Conversations focused not just on proving my skills, but on whether I was a good fit for the role, team and culture. As I learned more about the company, I discovered that many of MongoDB’s values, like “Own What You Do,” “Build Together,” and “Think Big, Go Far,” were directly aligned with what I was looking for in my next employer — and I truly felt them in action. At every step, I was treated with respect and transparency, which spoke volumes about how MongoDB views employees. 

On my first day, my manager took time to talk about me, how I work best, how I like to get feedback and how I can best be supported to learn and perform at my best. This demonstrated genuine investment from the beginning.

In the months since, I’ve had one-on-ones not only with my manager but also with senior leaders who offered support and an open door. 

On top of this, social and wellness initiatives (including family-friendly events) make the Dublin office feel inclusive and supportive.
 

How do these values shape your feelings about your employer? What about your ability to make an impact in your role?

I was part of a reduction in force at my last company, which forced me to rethink what I wanted in an employer. Initially I scattered my resume everywhere, but after repeated rejections, a recruiter asked me: “Do you want a job or do you want a career?” That question made me reflect on past roles and realize I needed to find a company whose values aligned with mine for the long term.

I researched companies carefully, rating them against a checklist of values important to me. When I received multiple offers, MongoDB was the clear choice. Before accepting, I validated my decision with a contact at MongoDB who confirmed the culture lived up to what I’d experienced.

Three months in, I am reminded daily that this is the right company for me. Our values are fully aligned, which strengthens my confidence, motivation and ability to make an impact.

I am encouraged to speak up and be bold about my ideas as we all bring different perspectives to the table — MongoDB is all about embracing the power of differences, a cornerstone of our culture and one of the things that makes collaboration here so rewarding.