Engineering Manager, Agentic Platform
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled engineering managers in AI and cloud infrastructure has surged, with a 25% increase in job openings in the past year. Cohere's mission to scale intelligence for humanity requires exceptional talent, and this role is no exception. With the rise of remote work, companies like Cohere are seeking leaders who can drive technical success and collaborate seamlessly with global teams. As the job market continues to evolve, professionals with expertise in cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, and AI deployments are in high demand. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their technical expertise, leadership skills, and experience in driving high-performing teams.
Job Description
About the Role
The Engineering Manager role at Cohere is a unique opportunity to lead a team of talented engineers and drive the deployment of Cohere's AI platform in EMEA. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for managing a team of Forward Deployed Engineers, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the technical success of Cohere's North platform. The role requires a strong technical background, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.Cohere is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and diversity. The team is comprised of experienced professionals who are passionate about their work and committed to delivering exceptional results. As an Engineering Manager, you will be expected to embody these values and contribute to the company's mission to scale intelligence for humanity.
The deployment of AI platforms is a complex process that requires meticulous planning, execution, and monitoring. As an Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that the deployment process is smooth, efficient, and meets the required standards. You will work closely with the Product, Engineering, and Sales teams to shape how Cohere delivers AI to enterprises and drive customer success.
What You Will Do
- Lead and mentor a team of Forward Deployed Engineers across EMEA
- Drive end-to-end deployment of North in private cloud and on-premises environments
- Take ownership of customer success from technical implementation through delivery
- Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and Sales to shape how we deliver AI to enterprises
- Mentor your team on cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, and enterprise-grade deployments
- Optimize performance for OpenSearch, databases, and other K8s services
- Define scaling guidelines for GPU and CPU compute resources
- Build processes & technology that scales — we're growing fast
- Develop and maintain technical documentation
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies
- Collaborate with the security team to ensure compliance and security standards are met
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in software engineering with demonstrated leadership
- Hands-on experience deploying enterprise software at scale
- Strong expertise in cloud infrastructure (Azure, AWS, GCP)
- Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, and CI/CD pipelines
- High agency — you don't wait for permission to solve problems
- A doer mentality — you dig in and get stuff done
- Experience managing engineers in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Strong technical background in computer science or related field
- Experience with AI/ML infrastructure
- Background in enterprise security and compliance
Nice to Have
- Fluency in additional European languages
- Experience with AI/ML infrastructure
- Background in enterprise security and compliance
- Experience with Agile development methodologies
- Certification in cloud infrastructure or related field
Benefits and Perks
- Remote-flexible work from anywhere in EMEA
- 6 weeks of paid vacation
- Equity/stock options
- Competitive salary
- Co-working stipend
- Annual learning allowance ($2,000)
- Full health and dental benefits
- 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months
- Personal enrichment benefits towards arts and culture, fitness and well-being, quality time, and workspace improvement
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, and AI deployments to stand out in the application process.
- Showcase your leadership skills and experience in managing high-performing teams.
- Be prepared to provide specific examples of your technical expertise and problem-solving skills.
- Highlight your experience with Agile development methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
- Research Cohere's company culture and values to demonstrate your alignment with the company's mission.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with security and compliance in enterprise environments.
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