Day One Partners · 4 weeks ago
Hands-On Senior Engineering Manager (Node.js | Global Social Networking Systems)
Day One Partners is a search firm that partners with venture capital firms to help build high-growth startups. They are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a software engineering team specializing in Node.js, focusing on cloud architectures and innovative product development. This role involves a balance of hands-on coding and team leadership to drive high-priority projects and foster a culture of growth.
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, specializing in Node.js
Balance 50% hands-on coding with 50% team leadership and project ownership
Guide the design and development of scalable, cloud-based distributed systems
Partner with product, design, and data teams to translate business goals into technical solutions
Drive agile development practices, encouraging collaboration and adaptability
Manage hiring and development of engineering talent, building a high-performing team
Champion operational excellence, ensuring reliability and scalability in production environments
Qualification
Required
4+ years of experience managing software development teams
Strong hands-on skills in Node.js development
Experience with cloud architectures, deployment models, and distributed systems
Demonstrated success in project management and strategic execution
Excellent communication and team leadership skills
Experience in sourcing, interviewing, and hiring engineers
Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
Benefits
Competitive medical and dental coverage.
$50/day meal delivery stipend (Uber Eats, Grubhub, Doordash).
Equity-based compensation with real growth potential.
$1,000 annual travel stipend to explore a destination you’ve never visited.
Unlimited vacation and 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
Company
Day One Partners
Like the startups we partner with, we're fresh, innovative, and poised for high growth.
Funding
Current Stage
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