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Cloudera · 17 hours ago

Senior Engineering Manager, Cluster Management - Data Platform

Cloudera is a leading data platform company that empowers enterprises with hybrid cloud data solutions. They are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead the Cluster Management team, focusing on platform reliability and engineering delivery for core components of the Cloudera Data Platform. The role involves mentoring engineers, collaborating with global teams, and tackling complex distributed systems challenges to drive innovation in enterprise AI and data platforms.

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Responsibilities

Act as the senior decision-maker for platform reliability, incident response, and customer-impacting escalations during US hours, coordinating across SRE, Support, and Product
Lead engineering delivery for foundational components such as metering, usage insights, cross-cutting security initiatives, Data Hub features, and Cloudera Manager capabilities
Guide teams working on upgrades, compliance, operational readiness, and the long-term stability of hybrid deployments
Partner with global engineering leaders to uphold architectural, quality, and operational standards
Mentor engineers and emerging leaders, fostering a culture of ownership and technical rigor
Collaborate closely with EMEA leadership, including participating in early-morning alignment meetings

Qualification

Software EngineeringAWS/Azure/GCPLeadership ExperienceJavaPythonGoDistributed SystemsSpark/Hive/Impala/TrinoCalm LeadershipCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline with 3+ years of management experience and 8+ years of relevant industry experience
Background in software engineering (Java, Python, Go, or similar) with the ability to dive into code when necessary
Leadership experience running production-critical platforms or distributed systems
Strong understanding of AWS, Azure, or GCP environments
Familiarity with engines such as Spark, Hive, Impala, or Trino in hybrid or multi-cloud environments
Calm and decisive leadership style during high-severity incidents
Excellent communication and the ability to bridge global teams and executives

Benefits

Generous PTO Policy
Support work life balance with Unplugged Days
Flexible WFH Policy
Mental & Physical Wellness programs
Phone and Internet Reimbursement program
Access to Continued Career Development
Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages
Paid Volunteer Time
Employee Resource Groups

Company

Cloudera

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Cloudera is a software development company that offers data management and cloud-native data analytic solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.04B
Key Investors
Intel CapitalT. Rowe PriceAccel
2021-06-01Acquired
2018-04-07Post Ipo Secondary
2017-04-28IPO

Leadership Team

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Charles Sansbury
Chief Executive Officer
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Mary Rorabaugh
Vice President, Finance
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