Help the engineering team achieve high levels of technical productivity, reliability, and simplicity
Manage processes that help the team do its best work and collaborate effectively with the rest of Stripe
Contribute to engineering-wide initiatives as a member of Stripe’s engineering management team
Recruit exceptional engineers in collaboration with Stripe’s recruiting team
You may be a fit for this role if
You thrive with a high level of autonomy and responsibility.
You build a healthy work environment that is both supportive and challenging.
You’re excited to help engineers develop new skills and advance in their careers.
You communicate clearly and persuasively in writing and in person.
You lead by example, set the right context, and help teammates do their best work.
You have the technical depth to ask engineers thoughtful questions about architecture and product decisions.
Who you are
We’re looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
Minimum requirements
3+ years of experience in an engineering management role, with a demonstrated track record of successfully hiring, developing, and mentoring engineers
8+ years of full-time software development experience, including experience building extensible software solutions that scale with business growth
The ability to lead by example in fast-paced, high-impact, and ambiguous environments
A commitment to high operational rigor when working with production systems
The ability to thrive in a collaborative, cross-functional, and cross-time-zone environment while building a positive team culture
Preferred qualifications
Experience with payments-related products
Experience working in global and cross-regional environments
Experience using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to improve team execution, quality, and overall effectiveness
Experience building new teams
Experience developing product platforms that serve other product teams
A proven track record of collaborating with partners across multiple regions and time zones
Experience and comfort in a user-facing role
