Manager, Software Platform Engineering

Vestmark is actively seeking a Software Platform Engineering Manager. As the Manager of Platform Engineering, you will be a critical leader within our organization, responsible for hands-on technical contributions and effective people management. You will lead a team of platform engineers to design, build, and maintain robust, scalable, and efficient infrastructure and platform solutions. This role requires a balance of strong technical expertise and the ability to guide and develop a high-performing engineering team. If you are a seasoned platform engineer with a passion for technical excellence and the leadership skills to guide and develop a high-performing team, we encourage you to apply for this dynamic role. Join our organization and play a key role in shaping the future of our platform engineering capabilities.

Responsibilities:

50% Technical Management:

• Technical Leadership:
  • Lead by example with hands-on contributions to platform engineering projects.
  • Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to team members.
  • Collaborate with engineers to design and implement complex infrastructure and platform solutions.
• Infrastructure and Platform Development:
  • Architect, build, and maintain the company's infrastructure and platform services.
  • Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of infrastructure components.
  • Implement and automate deployment and monitoring processes.
• Technology Evaluation:
  • Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
  • Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies, and processes to improve platform capabilities.
• Problem Solving:
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to the platform.
  • Develop strategies to proactively identify and address potential problems.
• Documentation:
  • Ensure thorough documentation of infrastructure and platform components.
  • Promote best practices for documentation within the team.

50% People Management:

• Team Leadership:
  • Provide coaching, mentorship, and career development support to team members.
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture.
  • As needed, recruit, hire, and onboard talented platform engineers.
• Performance Management:
  • Set clear expectations and performance goals for the team.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
  • Identify training and development opportunities.
• Resource Management:
  • Allocate resources effectively to meet project goals and deadlines.
  • Ensure the team is appropriately staffed and equipped to handle the workload.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with other engineering teams, product managers, and stakeholders to align platform development with business objectives.
  • Communicate effectively across teams and departments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience in platform engineering and infrastructure design.
• Strong technical proficiency in relevant technologies and tools.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management experience.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a results-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Ability to balance hands-on technical work with managerial responsibilities.

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