MongoDB is undergoing a leadership transition as Dev Ittycheria, the current CEO, has announced his retirement effective November 10, 2025, with Chirantan “CJ” Desai set to succeed him. This decision comes after a detailed succession planning process, where Dev realized he could not commit to another five years as CEO. CJ Desai, with his extensive experience in scaling companies like ServiceNow and Cloudflare, has been chosen for his ability to lead MongoDB into its next phase, termed MongoDB 3.0. Dev expressed confidence in CJ’s capability to guide the company through its next growth stage, thanks to CJ’s experience, humility, and eagerness to engage with stakeholders. MongoDB remains well-positioned to capture the upcoming wave of innovation driven by AI and data-intensive applications. Dev plans to stay on MongoDB's Board to ensure a smooth transition and looks forward to spending more time with family while continuing to support MongoDB's future. An all-hands meeting is scheduled to introduce CJ and discuss the transition, which is seen as a strategic move to strengthen the company’s competitive edge.