⚙️ Engineering Manager
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled engineering managers has surged in recent years, with a notable 25% increase in remote opportunities. As the job market continues to evolve, companies like Runway are at the forefront of innovation, seeking leaders who can drive technical direction and foster collaborative environments. With the rise of business planning platforms, professionals with expertise in Excel and full-stack engineering are in high demand. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the company's values, such as giving a shit, creating clarity, and building trust, which are essential for success in this role.
Job Description
About the Role
The Engineering Manager position at Runway is a critical role that involves leading and scaling the engineering team during a period of rapid growth. This entails building a high-performing team, establishing engineering excellence, and shipping products that help finance teams become strategic partners to their organizations. The successful candidate will be responsible for hiring exceptional engineers, setting technical direction alongside the founders, unblocking the team, and fostering a culture where people do their best work.As a key member of the team, the Engineering Manager will be hands-on enough to make architectural decisions when needed, while spending most of their time multiplying the impact of others. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about building and leading teams, driving technical direction, and creating a culture of high standards.
The company's mission is to make business accessible and understandable to everyone, and the Engineering Manager will play a crucial role in achieving this goal. By providing a collaborative business planning platform, Runway aims to replace traditional spreadsheets with a modern planning platform that brings clarity and context to business operations for all teams.
What You Will Do
- Lead and scale the engineering team during a critical growth phase
- Build a high-performing team and establish engineering excellence
- Ship products that help finance teams become true strategic partners to their organizations
- Hire exceptional engineers and set technical direction alongside the founders
- Unblock the team and foster a culture where people do their best work
- Make architectural decisions when needed
- Collaborate with the founders to drive technical direction
- Develop and implement processes to improve team output and efficiency
- Foster a culture of high standards and continuous improvement
What We Are Looking For
- Demonstrated success building engineering teams at high-growth startups
- Track record of improving team output and increasing shipping cadence
- Experience building a culture of high standards where engineers are proud of what they ship
- Strong full-stack engineering background
- Experience with Excel and business planning platforms
- Ability to hire and retain top talent
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work in a remote-first environment
Nice to Have
- Experience with AI and machine learning
- Knowledge of cloud-based technologies and infrastructure
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies
- Experience with DevOps and continuous integration
Benefits and Perks
- Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge business planning platform
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Flexible working hours and remote work options
- Professional development opportunities
- Access to the latest technologies and tools
- Competitive compensation package
- Equity options
- Health and wellness benefits
- Paid time off and holidays
How to Stand Out
- Ensure you have a strong understanding of full-stack engineering and business planning platforms before applying.
- Highlight your experience in building and leading high-performing teams, and provide specific examples of your achievements.
- Familiarize yourself with the company's values and mission, and be prepared to discuss how you embody these principles.
- Develop a portfolio that showcases your technical skills and experience, and be prepared to discuss your design decisions and problem-solving approach.
- Research the company's products and services, and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to the company's success.
- Practice your communication and leadership skills, as these are critical for success in this role.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with Excel and business planning platforms, and how you can apply this knowledge to drive business growth.
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