Flock Safety · 3 months ago
Software Engineering Manager, Aviation
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$200K/yr - $220K/yrFlock Safety is a leading safety technology platform focused on proactive crime prevention and security. They are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead their backend team in building performant systems and driving architectural discussions for their Aviation team, which develops remotely piloted aircraft for public safety customers.
ManufacturingPublic SafetySecuritySensor
Responsibilities
Manage a team of talented engineers
Build performant systems, drive architectural discussions, and deliver features that matter
Conduct thorough code reviews, set high engineering standards, and hold meaningful technical discussions with the team
Establish 1:1’s with team members to understand individual strengths, challenges, and career goals
Learn existing processes, ceremonies, tools, and team agreements for delivering code and projects
Identify bottlenecks in processes, communication, or execution that impact delivery or team effectiveness
Collaborate closely with the Director of Engineering to prioritize identified bottlenecks and define an action plan
Establish 90-day plans with direct reports, setting clear expectations for growth and performance
Ensure ongoing project tracking and reporting to provide visibility on progress, risks, and dependencies
Execute and resolve prioritized bottlenecks, improving efficiency, communication, or delivery pipelines
Implement measurable process improvements that enhance code quality, review standards, and team collaboration
Drive strong partnership with Product Managers, ensuring seamless handoff from requirements to delivery
Establish clear, trackable goals for the team and for individual engineers
Continue to build an engaged and motivated team culture, encouraging ownership and accountability
Qualification
Required
Passionate about building software, with a desire to keep learning and improving
Proven leadership skills, with confidence in leading and supporting engineers to reach their full potential
Skilled in people management: coaching direct reports, driving performance, and fostering career growth
Experienced in project management: leading initiatives from planning through delivery, ensuring milestones and timelines are met
Technically engaged: able to conduct thorough code reviews, set high engineering standards, and hold meaningful technical discussions with the team
Strong proficiency in at least one of the following: TypeScript with ReactJS, Ruby on Rails, Rust
Strong collaboration with Product Management: reviewing specifications, clarifying requirements, and aligning on priorities through agile processes and ceremonies
Motivated by tackling ambiguous problems, creating structure, and driving solutions
Excited to work in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment and influence the growth of a young company
Ability to obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification as a condition of employment
Applicants must meet all FBI CJIS Security Policy requirements, including a fingerprint-based background check
Benefits
Flexible PTO: We seriously mean it, plus 11 company holidays.
Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees: including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match.
Family Leave: All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.
Fertility & Family Benefits: We have partnered with Maven, a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. In 2024, Flock will provide a $ 50,000-lifetime maximum benefit related to eligible adoption, surrogacy, or fertility expenses.
Mental Health: All employees receive an annual subscription to Headspace.
Caregiver Support: We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support.
Carta Tax Advisor: Employees receive 1:1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors who can address individual grants, model tax scenarios, and answer general questions.
ERGs: We want all employees to thrive and feel like they belong at Flock. We offer three ERGs today - Women of Flock, Flock Proud, and Melanin Motion.
WFH Stipend: $150 per month to cover the costs of working from home.
Productivity Stipend: $300 per year to use on Audible, Calm, Masterclass, Duolingo, Grammarly and so much more.
Home Office Stipend: A one-time $750 to help you create your dream office.
Company
Flock Safety
Flock Safety provides end-to-end surveillance solutions to support law enforcement and communities.
Founded in 2017
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (1)
2022 (2)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$655.58MKey Investors
Andreessen HorowitzTiger Global ManagementMeritech Capital Partners
2025-03-13Series F· $275M
2022-02-15Series E· $150M
2021-07-13Series D· $150M
Leadership Team
Garrett Langley
Founder & CEO
Mandy Schuler
Vice President Supply Chain
Recent News
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