Cruise is hiring a
Tech Lead Manager

Summary

Join Cruise, a self-driving service designed for the cities we love. We're building the world's most advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people to the places, things, and experiences they care about.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience leading a team as a tech lead and/or manager
• 8+ years of experience, with a strong background in large-scale distributed systems preferred
• 3+ years of experience leading and driving large-scale initiatives
• Proficiency in building scalable infrastructure on the cloud using Python, C++, Golang, or similar languages
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain systems at scale
• A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience
• A passion for self-driving technology and its transformative potential
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• A proven track record of efficiently solving complex problems
• A startup mentality with a willingness to embrace uncertainty and wear multiple hats

Responsibilities

• Manage and technically guide a team of engineers, providing support and resources to help them advance in their careers and achieve their professional goals
• Utilize the latest cloud technologies (GCP/Azure) to architect, implement, and test scalable distributed computing and data processing solutions
• Take full ownership of technical projects from inception to completion, actively contributing to the product roadmap and making informed decisions on critical technical trade-offs
• Foster effective collaboration by engaging in team planning, code reviews, and design discussions. Assess the implications of projects across multiple teams and proactively address any conflicts that arise
• Lead recruitment efforts by conducting technical interviews with calibrated standards, onboarding new engineers and interns, and mentoring them to cultivate a culture of growth, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement
• Ensure the adoption and adherence to best engineering practices, maintaining a high standard of quality in all product offerings
• Drive strategic planning and vision-setting initiatives while establishing scalable processes for effective execution

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical / dental / vision, Life and AD&D
• Subsidized mental health benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid parental, medical, family care, and military leave of absence
• 401(k) Cruise matching program
• Fertility benefits
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Saving Account
• Perks Wallet program for benefits/perks
• Pre-tax Commuter benefit plan for local employees
• CruiseFlex, our location-flexible work policy