Engineering Manager

Flow • Palo Alto, CA

86d • $250,000 - $350,000

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our engineering teams. This role combines strategic technical leadership with people management, requiring someone who can set technical direction, make critical architectural decisions, and build high-performing teams. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who remains technically engaged while empowering and developing engineers.

Requirements

• 10+ years of software engineering experience with deep knowledge of full stack systems, distributed systems principles, high availability, fault tolerance, and system efficiency.
• Proficiency in multiple modern programming languages with ability to adapt to new technologies quickly.
• Proven experience managing and developing engineering teams, with demonstrated ability to mentor engineers, resolve conflicts, and drive performance improvements.
• Strong track record of making high-level architectural decisions that balance technical feasibility with business goals.
• Experience working in fast-paced, product-driven environments.
• Excellent ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly across teams and to non-technical audiences.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Alignment with Flow's values of innovation, excellence, and teamwork.
• Demonstrated commitment to building positive, inclusive work environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction for full stack systems, making key architectural and systems-level decisions to ensure scalability, reliability, and security.
• Stay engaged with hands-on technical work on complex systems and critical projects.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering their technical growth and ensuring high-quality output.
• Create a collaborative, high-performing culture that aligns with Flow's values of integrity, trust, and excellence.
• Partner with product, operations, and engineering teams to define clear requirements and translate them into scalable, maintainable software solutions.
• Effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Balance technical excellence with pragmatic decision-making to deliver continuous value to the business.
• Drive projects forward, identifying and resolving blockers to maintain momentum.
• Contribute to recruitment and hiring of engineering talent.
• Foster an environment of continuous learning, accountability, and teamwork.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical / Dental / Vision / Disability / Life)
• Paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Access to HSA-compatible plans
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), free therapy through SpringHealth, acupuncture, and other wellness offerings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior