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MongoDB · 14 hours ago

2026 - Security Engineering Intern, Seattle

positionSeattle, WA
timeInternship
remoteHybrid
seniorityIntern
money$67K/yr - $96K/yr
workcardStart in 2026 Summer

MongoDB is a company that empowers innovators to create and disrupt industries through software and data. They are seeking a Security Engineering Intern who will learn to secure and defend products at scale while contributing to real projects and collaborating with experienced engineers.

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Responsibilities

Understanding of core security principles relevant to building secure systems, such as secure software development, applied cryptography, and cloud infrastructure security
Foundational knowledge of cloud computing concepts (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) gained through coursework, personal projects, or internships
Proficiency in at least one scripting language, such as Python, Bash, or Go
Excellent problem-solving skills, a strong desire to learn, and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly
A passion for security and an eagerness to take ownership of assigned tasks and projects
Experience that’s nice to have includes: Internship experience in a security or software engineering role
Exposure to container and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
Familiarity with secure software development principles, threat modeling, and secure code review
Participation in security competitions (e.g., CTFs), clubs, or personal security projects
Coursework or interest in the application of AI/ML to security challenges
Have a minimum of one semester/quarter remaining in university studies after the internship concludes. Graduation date in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027
Must be authorized to work in the United States. Company sponsorship may be available for eligible candidates applying for certain roles

Qualification

Core security principlesCloud computing conceptsScripting language proficiencySecure software developmentContainer technologiesPassion for securityProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Understanding of core security principles relevant to building secure systems, such as secure software development, applied cryptography, and cloud infrastructure security
Foundational knowledge of cloud computing concepts (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) gained through coursework, personal projects, or internships
Proficiency in at least one scripting language, such as Python, Bash, or Go
Excellent problem-solving skills, a strong desire to learn, and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly
A passion for security and an eagerness to take ownership of assigned tasks and projects
Have a minimum of one semester/quarter remaining in university studies after the internship concludes. Graduation date in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027
Must be authorized to work in the United States. Company sponsorship may be available for eligible candidates applying for certain roles

Preferred

Internship experience in a security or software engineering role
Exposure to container and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
Familiarity with secure software development principles, threat modeling, and secure code review
Participation in security competitions (e.g., CTFs), clubs, or personal security projects
Coursework or interest in the application of AI/ML to security challenges

Benefits

Equity
Participation in the employee stock purchase program
Flexible paid time off
20 weeks fully-paid gender-neutral parental leave
Fertility and adoption assistance
401(k) plan
Mental health counseling
Access to transgender-inclusive health insurance coverage
Health benefits offerings

Company

MongoDB

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MongoDB is a next-generation database that helps businesses transform their industries by harnessing the power of data.
dateFounded in 2007
location
New York, New York, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
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https://www.mongodb.com/

H1B Sponsorship

MongoDB has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (159)
2024 (150)
2023 (133)
2022 (79)
2021 (51)
2020 (30)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$311M
Key Investors
SalesforceEquityZenT. Rowe Price
2024-11-14Post Ipo Equity
2024-10-16Post Ipo Debt
2018-03-06Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Jim Scharf
Chief Technology Officer
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Ronnen Miller
SVP, Global Technical Services

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