The Engineering Manager leads a team responsible for observability systems that monitor the performance and health of customer database deployments. This role involves designing, building, and operating complex distributed systems at scale while maintaining strict standards for security, durability, and availability. The manager coaches individual contributors, contributes to system architecture and code, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver new features. Additionally, the role requires managing project complexity, participating in on-call rotations, and driving best practices for service reliability. The position also focuses on hiring and fostering an inclusive team environment.

Candidates must possess at least six years of professional software development experience and three years of people management experience. Proficiency in writing large-scale distributed backend systems using compiled languages such as Go, Java, Rust, or C is required. Applicants must demonstrate a strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and cloud provider technologies like AWS, Azure, or GCP. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach are also necessary for this role.