Tech Lead Manager, Data Infrastructure

Summary

Join Onehouse, a mission-driven data lakehouse company, as a Tech Lead Manager. You will lead and mentor a team building and productionizing the next generation of our data tech stack, balancing hands-on technical work with strategic leadership. Responsibilities include overseeing projects, developing team governance, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring high code quality. You'll need 8+ years of software engineering experience in Java, 5+ years with data systems, and 2+ years leading teams. Onehouse offers competitive compensation ($230,000-$260,000), equity, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k), remote work flexibility, generous PTO, and more. We are committed to building a high-performing, collaborative team and fostering a positive work environment.

Requirements

• 8-10+ years of software engineering experience in Java
• 5+ years working on data systems
• Deep technical knowledge and skills, staying current with the latest technologies, frameworks, and best practices
• Sharp coding skills and the ability to tackle complex technical challenges head-on
• 2+ years of experience leading teams building data systems
• A track record of successfully leading and mentoring teams
• Understanding of how to motivate and develop team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment
• Excel in project management, with the ability to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within budget
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication skills, capable of conveying technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and ensuring that your team is aligned with the company’s vision and goals
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, always looking for ways to improve processes and outcomes
• Analytical mindset to navigate complex issues and find innovative solutions

Responsibilities

• Oversee the execution of projects related to data infrastructure development, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards
• Work closely with architects, product managers and cross-functional teams to prioritize initiatives and turn requirements into executable tasks
• Develop team governance and rituals, establish and run regular meetings to drive consensus and execution with our core India team
• Mentor junior engineers on the team by providing technical guidance and support to the team and facilitate technical discussions and decision-making processes
• Outstanding ownership of not only the area of your team, but in multiple functional areas such as data compute engines, distributed systems, and data storage systems
• Writing code, review pull requests, provide constructive feedback, and maintain high code quality standards, leading by example as an engineer at heart
• Maintain a deep understanding of data engineering principles, best practices, and emerging technologies to drive engineering initiatives that result in an elevated customer experience
• Actively participate in technical design discussions and ensure that the team is making the most effective decisions
• Hire and develop the best talent possible
• Be responsible for the growth and development of the team
• Work cross-functionally with product management leadership to drive said vision

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation; the estimated base salary range for this role is $230,000 - $260,000
• Equity Compensation; our success is your success with eligible participation in our company equity plan
• Health & Well-being; we'll invest in your physical and mental well-being with up to 90% health coverage (50% for spouses/dependents) including comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
• Financial Future; we'll invest in your financial well-being by making this role eligible to contribute to our company 401(k) or Roth 401(k) retirement plan
• Location; we are a remote-friendly company (internationally distributed across N. America + India), though some roles will be subject to in-person requirements in alignment with the needs of the business
• Generous Time Off; unlimited PTO (mandatory 1 week/year minimum), uncapped sick days and 11 paid company holidays
• Company Camaraderie; Annual company offsites and Quarterly team onsites @Sunnyvale HQ
• Food & Meal Allowance; weekly lunch stipend, in-office snacks/drinks
• Equipment; we'll provide you with the equipment you need to be successful and a one-time $500 stipend for your initial desk setup
• Child Bonding!; 8 weeks off for parents (birthing, non-birthing, adoptive, foster, child placement, new guardianship) - fully paid so you can focus your energy on your newest addition