Software Engineering Manager, Compiler

$250,000 - $345,000/Yr

Recruiting From Scratch - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - San Francisco, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Software Engineering Manager will lead a growing engineering team focused on developing modular compiler APIs for Solidity code analysis within a non-profit organization advancing the Ethereum ecosystem. This role emphasizes technical leadership, team empowerment, and strategic project management, with a strong focus on fostering a collaborative and respectful work environment. The manager will provide guidance on architectural decisions, mentor team members, and ensure successful product delivery while maintaining a high-performance culture.

Responsibilities

• Build a high-performing team by motivating and guiding engineers to achieve their full potential.
• Implement and improve processes like performance reviews, career development plans, and efficient hiring practices.
• Establish a clear team structure with defined roles and ownership.
• Take ownership of projects, ensuring on-time delivery with desired features and quality.
• Work with the team to define MVPs, set milestones, and assess project feasibility.
• Manage project scope by prioritizing tasks, identifying dependencies, and mitigating risks.
• Collaborate with product managers to translate user needs and market trends into a technical roadmap.
• Increase transparency within the team by sharing information on other projects and initiatives.
• Champion the team's achievements and deliverables to other departments.
• Proactively communicate with leadership and stakeholders to address concerns and ensure alignment across teams.
• Articulate a clear vision for the team's mission, challenges, and milestones.
• Actively participate in technical discussions, providing high-level guidance during code reviews and design decisions.
• Mentor team members and ensure alignment with project goals while empowering individual ownership.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in managing and growing teams, ideally in a remote and async setting.
• 6+ years of experience leading projects with a proven track record of technical leadership.
• Ability to direct without micromanaging or forcing decisions.
• Experience implementing or refining processes around performance reviews, career development, and hiring.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable, maintainable software architectures.
• Strong expertise in conducting code reviews and identifying potential technical issues.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience building compilers or leading compiler projects.
• Experience with open source and/or Rust projects.

Benefits

• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
• Budget for IT equipment
• Annual Learning & Development Budget
• Vesting ETH grant as part of total compensation
• Statutory benefits specific to your location (depending on the employment contract)