Senior Manager, Software Engineering

Summary

Join SentinelOne, a leading cybersecurity company, as a Senior Manager of Software Engineering to lead the Security Datalake team. You will be responsible for building and managing products and services on top of the company's AI SIEM platform, ensuring a seamless user experience for customers. This role involves nurturing and developing a high-caliber software team, collaborating with stakeholders, driving strategic direction, and overseeing the development lifecycle. You will also be responsible for managing the financial aspects of software development, optimizing cloud resource utilization, and ensuring cost-efficient deployment of services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software engineering with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role, preferably within a cloud/SaaS environment
• Profound understanding of database technologies, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.), and SaaS models
• Experience in managing software projects
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a diverse team of software engineers
• Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, and team-building skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Proficient in engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in successfully leading and managing remote or distributed teams
• This includes proficiency in virtual collaboration tools, fostering a strong remote work culture, and effectively handling the unique challenges and dynamics of remote team management
• Capability to think strategically and understand the broader impact of decisions on the organizational dynamics and objectives
• Comfort with fast-paced, changing environments and ability to adapt to evolving business and technology needs

Responsibilities

• You will nurture and develop a high-caliber software team, ensuring they are motivated, productive, and aligned with our company's vision
• Your role involves coaching, mentoring, and holding the team accountable for delivering software assets
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including product managers, senior leadership, and field teams, to deeply understand and incorporate business requirements into our software solutions
• You'll ensure that the team remains focused on the broader business context, avoiding the trap of losing sight of the 'forest for the trees
• Drive the strategic direction and operational execution of the SDL team
• You'll oversee the development lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software products
• Exhibit a keen sense of organizational politics and social dynamics
• You'll be expected to anticipate the needs of senior leadership, including proactively addressing issues and opportunities before they arise
• While hands-on coding isn't a primary focus, a solid understanding of software engineering practices and database technologies is crucial
• You'll be guiding a team that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in data scalability
• Oversee the financial aspects of software development, particularly focusing on cost-effectiveness within our cloud/SaaS environment
• You will be responsible for developing strategies to optimize cloud resource utilization, managing budgets, and ensuring cost-efficient deployment of our services
• Your expertise will be vital in identifying areas for cost reduction, negotiating with vendors, and implementing best practices in cloud cost management to drive both financial efficiency and high performance in our software solutions

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(k), Commuter, Health and Dependent FSA
• Unlimited PTO
• Industry-leading gender-neutral parental leave
• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Employee stock purchase program
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Numerous company-sponsored events, including regular happy hours and team-building events