Senior Engineering Manager

Who you are

• Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. government security requirements for access to FedRAMP-authorized systems, which may include U.S. citizenship and US residence
• Proven experience leading distributed engineering teams with a focus on collaboration and effective delivery
• Strong technical expertise in designing and building scalable, distributed systems
• Hands-on experience in developing high-scale data streaming systems
• Background in building and deploying software within a SaaS environment
• Demonstrated ability to hire, train, and mentor high-performing engineers, supporting all stages of software development and maintenance
• Experience leading remote teams in a dynamic, Agile environment is a significant advantage
• Comfortable working directly with customers to troubleshoot technical issues and collaborate on feature enhancements
• Track record of establishing and promoting strong engineering practices and processes
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience, with 10+ years of industry experience
• At least 5+ years of experience in a technical leadership role as a team lead or engineering manager
• Ideal for candidates seeking to transition into a managerial role while maintaining a strong technical foundation

What the job involves

• Cribl Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead a remote-first, diverse, and cross-functional team of engineers dedicated to our mission: unlocking the value of all machine data
• At Cribl, we empower users with unprecedented observability, intelligence, and control over their real-time data
• Our software is trusted by some of the largest organizations in the world, processing hundreds of terabytes to petabytes of IT and security data every day
• In this role, you will guide a talented team of engineers committed to delivering high-quality software on a consistent cadence
• As a fully remote position reporting to the Engineering organization, your leadership will play a pivotal role in ensuring both technical excellence and team growth
• Your primary responsibilities will include providing mentorship, driving project execution, and removing obstacles that may hinder progress
• This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring deep collaboration with developers, participation in design and requirements discussions, and regular engagement with the latest builds
• You’ll be expected to become an expert in your team’s products and services, offering technical insights and strategic direction
• If you're passionate about fostering innovation, empowering teams, and making a significant impact in the world of data observability, we’d love to hear from you
• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing, cross-functional engineering teams dedicated to developing large-scale machine data processing applications
• Champion technical excellence by setting high standards for design, code quality, and system robustness
• Take a hands-on approach when needed, providing code reviews, architecture guidance, and technical support to unblock the team
• Drive projects from concept to completion, including idea generation, design, implementation, and testing
• Foster a customer-centric culture, ensuring the team remains focused on delivering exceptional products that delight clients
• Attract, hire, and nurture top talent while promoting an inclusive and diverse team environment
• Collaborate closely with other leaders to ensure alignment across cross-functional teams and achieve company-wide goals
• Balance immediate problem-solving with long-term strategic planning to drive sustainable innovation
• Partner effectively with product management and operations teams to shape, prioritize, and execute the product roadmap
• This position will require stand-by, on-call, or off-hours duties

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance: Our comprehensive benefit plans have you and your family covered when it comes to the important stuff. Beyond the basics, we also have supplemental plans like accident insurance, One Medical, and FSA/HSA accounts.
• Disability and income protection: When you need it most, Cribl's disability and income protection benefits have your back, with up to 4 weeks of paid medical leave. We also cover basic life insurance with options to increase your coverage.
• Mental health Care: Mental health is physical health! We offer free coaching, therapy sessions and more through Modern Health to support you in navigating all aspects of life.
• Retirement plan: Saving for the future doesn't happen all at once. We offer retirement accounts to help you make progress towards your financial goals.
• Family planning: Regardless of what your family unit looks like at home, Cribl supports your journey by offering family-forming benefits from adoption, to fertility, and through postpartum. We also offer a paid gender-neutral parental leave benefit to support you and your family.
• Time off: We offer generous, flexible time off for all employees and empower you to balance your work and life in the ways that suit you best. Twice a year we all log off together for a "Recharge Day", and in December we enjoy a company-wide winter break.
• Remote office perks: All new employees receive a one-time $1,000 stipend towards their home-office set up. We also offer a monthly reimbursement for phone, internet, coworking pass, or a weekly meal.