This is a fully-remote role, and we’re open to candidates applying within UTC+2 to UTC-4 timezones.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for a highly technical manager with a strong engineering background, product mindset, and a thoughtful approach to people management. In this role, you’ll manage a small team (3-4 engineers) and take ownership of the whole product, shape its roadmap, create alignment across teams and with the community & stakeholders. You will provide technical guidance on architectural & design decisions, strategic direction, and occasionally do code reviews. In addition, you'll foster individual growth through thoughtful guidance and mentorship, creating a respectful and collaborative environment.

2+ years of experience in directly managing & growing teams, establishing a team structure, and ensuring team wellbeing, ideally in a remote and async setting.
6+ years of experience technically leading projects and driving multi-year roadmaps.
Ability to direct without micromanaging or forcing decisions.
Experience implementing or refining processes around performance reviews, career development, and hiring.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proven ability to design and implement scalable, maintainable software architectures.
Strong expertise in conducting code, design and product launch reviews, identifying potential technical issues or risks, and suggesting improvements.

Nice to have:

Prior experience building compilers or leading compiler projects.
Experience with open source and/or Rust projects.

What you’ll do

Provide Technical Leadership

Actively participate in technical discussions, providing high-level guidance and expertise during code reviews and design decisions.
Act as a mentor and sounding board for technical decisions, ensuring alignment with project goals while empowering individual ownership.

Drive Successful Product Delivery

Take ownership of projects, ensuring on-time delivery with the desired features and quality.
Work with the team to define MVPs, set milestones, and assess project feasibility.
Manage project scope by prioritizing tasks, identifying dependencies, and mitigating risks.
Collaborate with product managers to translate user needs and market trends into a technical roadmap.

Build a High-Performing Team

Motivate and guide engineers to achieve their full potential, fostering a culture of learning and development.
Implement and improve processes such as performance reviews, career development plans, and efficient hiring practices.
Establish a clear team structure with roles and ownership well-defined.

Communication & Alignment

Increase transparency within the team by sharing information on other Nomic projects and initiatives.
Champion the team's achievements and deliverables to other departments.
Proactively communicate with leadership and stakeholders to address concerns, clarify direction, and ensure alignment across teams and with the community.
Articulate a clear vision for the team's mission, challenges, and milestones, connecting their work to Nomic's broader goals.

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Compensation and benefits

Vesting ETH grant as part of total compensation
Unlimited PTO
Budget for IT equipment
Annual Learning & Development Budget
Statutory benefits specific to your location (depending on the employment contract)

Engineering Manager, Compiler

EMEA

Remote

Mid-level

Nomic Foundation