Engineering Manager, Wikidata Platform

WikimediaWikimedia·Remote
Software Development
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WFA Digital Insight

As demand for data-driven insights grows, so does the need for skilled engineering managers. Wikimedia's Wikidata Platform team is at the forefront of this trend, and this role is a chance to lead a team shaping the future of open knowledge. With expertise in Adjust and Excel, you'll be well-positioned to drive technical strategy and partner with cross-functional teams.

Job Description

About the Role

The Wikimedia Foundation is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the Wikidata Platform team. This team is responsible for the structured data backbone of Wikimedia projects and a key part of the global open knowledge ecosystem.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of the Wikidata Query Service (WDQS) and related platform services
  • Support the delivery of scalable, reliable, and sustainable query infrastructure
  • Foster an inclusive engineering culture and partner closely with product, SRE, and data teams
  • Shape the future of Wikidata's query capabilities and ensure they meet the needs of millions of users and contributors worldwide

Requirements

  • Technical leadership and people management skills
  • Experience with strategic planning and partnership development
  • Ability to work in a fully remote team with occasional travel

How to Stand Out

  • To stand out, highlight your experience with large-scale data migrations and query infrastructure development
  • Be prepared to discuss your approach to technical strategy and lifecycle management
  • Showcase your ability to balance roadmap work with maintenance needs and ensure reliability, performance, and sustainability of existing and future query infrastructure
  • Familiarize yourself with Wikimedia's open knowledge ecosystem and the role of Wikidata in it
  • Practice explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

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