MongoDB has announced a significant transition in its leadership with the retirement of CEO Dev Ittycheria, effective November 10, 2025, marking the end of an eleven-year tenure that saw the company through various challenges and growth. The new CEO, Chirantan "CJ" Desai, brings extensive experience from his previous roles at ServiceNow and Cloudflare, where he played crucial roles in scaling operations and driving growth. This leadership change is part of MongoDB's strategic succession planning, aiming to position the company for its next phase, referred to as MongoDB 3.0, leveraging its strengths in AI and data-intensive applications. Ittycheria emphasized the importance of timing and the selection of a capable successor to ensure continued success. CJ Desai is recognized for his humility, eagerness to learn, and a collaborative approach, which are seen as key attributes for leading MongoDB into the future. Ittycheria, who will remain on the Board to assist with the transition, expressed confidence in MongoDB's direction and potential for further innovation and growth, while also looking forward to spending more time with family and personal pursuits. An all-hands meeting is scheduled to introduce CJ and address any questions from the staff, as the company aims to maintain momentum and capitalize on emerging opportunities in the tech landscape.