Engineering Manager, Compute

Who you are

You have a strong background in engineering management, with experience leading teams focused on infrastructure and automation. Your technical expertise spans cloud platforms and container orchestration, enabling you to guide your team in building robust systems that support high availability and performance. You understand the importance of developer experience and are passionate about creating self-service tools that empower engineers to move quickly without compromising reliability.

You possess deep knowledge of Kubernetes and CI/CD practices, having successfully implemented these technologies in previous roles. Your experience with cloud services, particularly AWS, allows you to optimize costs while ensuring that systems are scalable and secure. You are a mentor at heart, eager to support your team members in their professional growth and technical development.

You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to align technical vision with business goals. Your communication skills enable you to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring that everyone is on the same page. You are open to adopting new tools and methodologies that can enhance team productivity and system performance.

Desirable

Experience with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform is a plus, as is familiarity with automation frameworks that improve operational efficiency. You may also have insights into observability practices that help monitor system health and performance.

What you'll do

As the Engineering Manager for the Compute team, you will set the technical vision and execution strategy for building a highly available and cost-effective compute infrastructure. You will lead a team of experienced engineers, guiding them in the design and operation of systems that support the reliability and scalability of DoorDash's platform. Your role will involve overseeing Kubernetes orchestration, CI/CD systems, and runtime optimization, ensuring that the infrastructure meets the demands of product teams.

You will collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation within the infrastructure. Your leadership will be crucial in fostering a culture of automation and observability, where your team can focus on delivering value through robust and reliable systems. You will also be responsible for mentoring your team members, helping them to develop their skills and advance their careers.

In this role, you will engage in strategic planning and execution, ensuring that the compute infrastructure aligns with DoorDash's overall business objectives. You will evaluate new technologies and tools, making informed decisions about their adoption based on potential value and impact. Your insights will help shape the future of the Compute team and its contributions to the organization.

What we offer

At DoorDash, you will be part of a dynamic team that is committed to building innovative solutions that enhance the platform's capabilities. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and growth. You will work in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, and you can make a significant impact on the company's success. Join us in our mission to empower local economies and provide exceptional service to our customers.