Engineering Manager

<h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About the Role</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="699" data-end="982"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We're looking for a hands-on <strong data-start="728" data-end="751">Engineering Manager</strong> to lead and grow our engineering team as we scale our AI-powered cloud optimization platform. You'll play a key leadership role in shaping technical strategy, building scalable systems, and mentoring top-tier engineering talent.</span></p> <p data-start="984" data-end="1271"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This is an <strong data-start="994" data-end="1009">onsite role</strong> where you’ll stay actively involved in architecture and coding, while also managing people and processes. You’ll work closely with the founding team and cross-functional partners to ensure our engineering organization is aligned with product and business goals.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1307" data-end="1409"> <p data-start="1309" data-end="1409"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead and scale the engineering team from 10 to 20+ engineers, including hiring and team structuring</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1410" data-end="1497"> <p data-start="1412" data-end="1497"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Stay hands-on with architecture and development—this is a technical leadership role</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1498" data-end="1596"> <p data-start="1500" data-end="1596"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Own the delivery of scalable, performant systems across AI, infrastructure, and cloud services</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1597" data-end="1690"> <p data-start="1599" data-end="1690"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with product, design, and business teams to translate strategy into execution</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1691" data-end="1785"> <p data-start="1693" data-end="1785"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Mentor and develop engineers at all levels, fostering a high-performing, inclusive culture</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1786" data-end="1855"> <p data-start="1788" data-end="1855"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Help shape engineering culture, tooling, and practices as we grow</span></p> </li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Minimum Qualifications</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1893" data-end="1943"> <p data-start="1895" data-end="1943"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="1895" data-end="1909">7+ years</strong> of total engineering experience</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1944" data-end="2014"> <p data-start="1946" data-end="2014"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span data-start="1955" data-end="1967">5</span></strong><strong data-start="1955" data-end="1967">+ years</strong> in a managerial or technical leadership role</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2015" data-end="2101"> <p data-start="2017" data-end="2101"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience as a CTO, Eng Lead, or similar role at a company with <strong data-start="2082" data-end="2099">$5M–$30M+ ARR</strong></span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2102" data-end="2191"> <p data-start="2104" data-end="2191"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong backend and infrastructure expertise, particularly with <strong data-start="2167" data-end="2189">AWS, GCP, or Azure</strong></span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2192" data-end="2277"> <p data-start="2194" data-end="2277"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Solid understanding of AI/ML applications in cloud or infrastructure optimization</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2278" data-end="2337"> <p data-start="2280" data-end="2337"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2338" data-end="2405"> <p data-start="2340" data-end="2405"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Availability to work onsite in <strong data-start="2371" data-end="2403">San Francisco, Monday–Friday</strong></span></p> </li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Ideal Candidate Profile</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2444" data-end="2511"> <p style="line-height: 1;" data-start="2446" data-end="2511"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Previously managed or scaled engineering teams of 10–15+ people</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1;" data-start="2512" data-end="2575"> <p data-start="2514" data-end="2575"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Built and scaled backend systems used by thousands of users</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1;" data-start="2576" data-end="2643"> <p data-start="2578" data-end="2643"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Product-minded and data-driven with strong communication skills</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1;" data-start="2644" data-end="2724"> <p data-start="2646" data-end="2724"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Comfortable navigating ambiguity and moving quickly in a startup environment</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1;" data-start="2725" data-end="2791"> <p data-start="2727" data-end="2791"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience in a Series A or growth-stage startup a strong plus</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2792" data-end="2852"> <p style="line-height: 1;" data-start="2794" data-end="2852"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Previous founder or early employee experience is a bonus</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Benefits</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Competitive compensation + equity</li> <li>Comprehensive medical and dental coverage</li> <li>401(k) plan</li> <li>Generous paid time off, including 13 days of accrued PTO, 9 sick days, all 11 federal holidays, and a company-wide winter break from December 24 through January 1</li> <li>Free lunch at the office</li> <li>Free access to the building gym</li> <li>Annual company-paid retreats</li> <li>Developmental bonuses: support for professional development tied to cloud and related fields</li> </ul>