Manager, Engineering

Summary

Join UpKeep as Manager, Engineering and lead a team of software engineers to deliver innovative products through thoughtful and high-quality engineering. You will report to the Director, Engineering and partner with technical program management to define processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Computer Science or closely related degree or equivalent practical experience
• 6+ years experience managing a team strongly preferred
• Experienced at organizing agile software teams to deliver high-quality software
• Demonstrated coding and design proficiency in at least one modern programming language and tools such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Python
• Comfortable working and leading a team remotely

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and inspire teams of engineers to deliver and maintain innovative products through thoughtful and high-quality engineering
• Recruit, retain, and develop engineers who build great working relationships, and develop a team that is capable of executing the technology strategy and delivering value to the company
• Manage and coach teams of engineers through challenges and personal career growth
• Ensure the teams’ success by removing roadblocks, addressing conflicts, and operating as its champion
• Assist Engineering Leadership team on cross team initiatives such as process improvement, software quality, etc
• Partner with Design, Product Management and Project Management teams to balance short and long-term needs in a growing Engineering Team and Technical Infrastructure
• Lead in promoting the needs of the Engineering team and technical stack and contributing to engineering goals and OKRs
• Track, produce, analyze, and action upon key metrics & milestones to ensure quality products are delivered on time
• Foster a proactive, results-focused technology culture that is responsive to the needs of the business. Create an environment that encourages innovation and receptivity to change. Encourage intelligent risk-taking

Benefits

Flexibility to work remote