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Nextdoor • San Francisco, CA
Nextdoor is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager for their Feed UX team to lead the development of the home feed and content lifecycle experience. This role requires strong leadership skills and a focus on consumer experience.
You have a proven track record of leading engineering teams and delivering impactful product experiences. With a strong understanding of consumer needs, you are passionate about creating engaging user experiences that foster community connections. You excel in building high-performing teams and have a knack for mentoring engineers to help them grow in their careers. Your technical expertise allows you to bridge the gap between product strategy and technical execution, ensuring that your team delivers quality results.
You possess excellent communication skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product management and design. You are data-driven and understand how to leverage analytics to inform product decisions. Your leadership style is inclusive, and you prioritize creating a supportive environment where team members feel empowered to contribute their ideas and innovations.
Experience in consumer technology or social platforms is a plus, as is familiarity with agile methodologies. You are comfortable navigating complex technical challenges and have a history of successfully managing projects from inception to launch. A background in UX design principles will help you guide your team in creating user-centric solutions that resonate with Nextdoor's audience.
As the Senior Engineering Manager for the Feed UX team, you will lead the development of the home feed and the entire content creation lifecycle on Nextdoor. You will work closely with product managers and designers to define the vision and strategy for the feed experience, ensuring it aligns with the company's mission to foster local community connections. Your role will involve overseeing the technical execution of projects, managing timelines, and ensuring that your team meets its goals.
You will be responsible for building and nurturing a high-performing engineering team, conducting regular one-on-ones, and providing constructive feedback to help your team members grow. You will also play a key role in hiring new talent, ensuring that the team is equipped with the skills necessary to tackle upcoming challenges. Your leadership will be crucial in fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation within the team.
In addition to team management, you will engage with stakeholders across the organization to gather requirements and feedback, ensuring that the feed experience meets the needs of users and aligns with business objectives. You will analyze user engagement metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive initiatives that enhance the overall user experience on the platform.
Nextdoor offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on local communities. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are dedicated to building innovative technology solutions. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. Join us in our mission to create trusted connections in neighborhoods around the world.
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