(Senior) Engineering Manager

Qdrant is an Open-Source Vector Database.

We help businesses take advantage of modern AI technologies. We are developing neural search solutions that allow everyone to use state-of-the-art neural network encoders at the production scale. At the same time, we help companies to integrate our technology into their infrastructure. Our flagship product is the open-source Vector Database: https://github.com/qdrant/qdrant

Tasks

As an Engineering Manager at our company, you will play a crucial role in steering our engineering teams towards success. We are seeking a leader who excels in the following key areas:

• People Leadership:

• Inspire and motivate engineering teams to achieve peak performance.

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that values diversity and creativity.

• Mentor and develop individual team members, ensuring professional growth and skill enhancement.

• Provide career development coaching to team members, assisting them in setting and achieving their career goals.

• Process Optimization:

• Streamline and enhance engineering workflows to maximize efficiency.

• Implement best practices for code quality, testing, and deployment.

• Continuously assess and improve development processes to ensure agility and adaptability.

• Goal Setting and Achievement:

• Define and communicate clear, measurable goals for engineering teams.

• Drive the team towards the successful achievement of project milestones and overall company objectives.

• Implement performance metrics to track progress and identify areas for improvement.

• 1:1s and Communication:

• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members to provide feedback, support, and mentorship.

• Foster open communication channels to ensure a transparent and collaborative work environment.

• Address concerns and challenges proactively, building a positive and constructive team atmosphere.

• Project Coordination Across Departments:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of larger projects.

• Act as a bridge between engineering and other departments, facilitating effective communication and coordination.

• Demonstrate strong project management skills to deliver complex initiatives on time and within scope.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Engineering Manager in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
• Exceptional leadership skills with a focus on fostering a positive and productive team culture.
• Strong background in optimizing development processes and implementing best practices.
• Demonstrated success in setting and achieving strategic goals for engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate projects across different departments.
• Experience in providing career development coaching to team members.

Benefits

• Working in a passionate international team
• Competitive salary plus perks
• Flexible working hours
• Company events
• Choose any hardware
• Remote first/home office
• Relocation option