Remote Engineering Manager, Compiler

Summary

The job is for a Technical Team Lead at the Nomic Foundation, a non-profit organization advancing the Ethereum ecosystem. The role involves managing a team of 3 engineers, driving successful product delivery, fostering communication and alignment within the team, and providing high-level technical leadership.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in managing & growing teams, establishing a team structure, and ensuring team wellbeing, ideally in a remote and async setting
• 6+ years of experience leading projects
• Proven track record of technical leadership, managing projects and multi-year roadmaps
• Ability to direct without micromanaging or forcing decisions
• Experience implementing or refining processes around performance reviews, career development, and hiring
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable, maintainable software architectures
• Strong expertise in conducting code reviews, identifying potential technical issues or risks, and suggesting improvements

Responsibilities

• Build a High-Performing Team: Motivate and guide engineers to achieve their full potential, fostering a culture of learning and development
• Implement and improve processes like performance reviews, career development plans, and efficient hiring practices
• Establish a clear team structure with roles and ownership well-defined
• Drive Successful Product Delivery: Take ownership of projects, ensuring on-time delivery with the desired features and quality
• Work with the team to define MVPs, set milestones, and assess project feasibility
• Manage project scope by prioritizing tasks, identifying dependencies, and mitigating risks
• Collaborate with product managers to translate user needs and market trends into a technical roadmap
• Increase transparency within the team by sharing information on other Nomic projects and initiatives
• Champion the team's achievements and deliverables to other departments
• Proactively communicate with leadership and stakeholders to address concerns, clarify direction, and ensure alignment across teams
• Articulate a clear vision for the team's mission, challenges, and milestones, connecting their work to Nomic's broader goals
• Actively participate in technical discussions, providing high-level guidance and expertise during code reviews and design decisions
• Act as a mentor and sounding board for technical decisions, ensuring alignment with project goals while empowering individual ownership

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience building compilers or leading compiler projects
• Experience with open source and/or Rust projects

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Budget for IT equipment
• Annual Learning & Development Budget
• Vesting ETH grant as part of total compensation
• Statutory benefits specific to your location (depending on the employment contract)