About Coursera
Transforming lives through accessible online learning
Key Highlights
- Over 40 million learners globally, with courses from top universities
- Raised $443.1 million in Series E funding
- Headquartered in Mountain View, CA with 1001+ employees
- B Corp certified since February 2021, promoting social impact
Coursera, founded in 2012 by Daphne Koller and Andrew Ng, is a leading online learning platform headquartered in Mountain View, CA. With over 40 million learners, Coursera partners with top universities and organizations to offer courses in technology, business, and science. The company has raised $...
🎁 Benefits
Coursera offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with free access to mental health services. Employees can earn company stoc...
🌟 Culture
Coursera fosters a culture of innovation and community through events like Make-a-thon, where employees can work on passion projects. The company emph...
Overview
Coursera is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the Skills and Credentials team in building scalable systems that connect learning content to real-world career outcomes. This role requires strong leadership and technical skills to drive impactful educational programs.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a proven track record in engineering management, with experience leading teams to build scalable systems that connect educational content to real-world outcomes. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about transforming education through technology. Your leadership style emphasizes mentorship and growth, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within your team.
You possess strong technical skills and a deep understanding of the educational landscape, enabling you to make informed decisions that align with Coursera's mission. You are adept at navigating complex challenges and can effectively communicate with cross-functional teams to drive projects forward. Your ability to analyze data and metrics will help you iterate on processes and systems to enhance user experiences.
Desirable
Experience in the online education sector or familiarity with learning management systems would be a plus. You are comfortable working in a remote environment and have experience managing distributed teams. A background in data-driven decision-making and a passion for lifelong learning will set you apart.
What you'll do
As the Engineering Manager for the Skills and Credentials team, you will lead a group of talented engineers in developing the foundational systems that map and track skills across the learning journey. You will be responsible for setting the technical direction of the team, ensuring that projects align with Coursera's strategic goals. Your role will involve collaborating with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define project scopes and deliverables.
You will oversee the development process, from initial concept through deployment, ensuring that the systems you build are robust, scalable, and user-friendly. Regularly reviewing team performance and providing constructive feedback will be key to your success in this role. You will also be involved in hiring and onboarding new team members, helping to shape the future of the team.
Your leadership will drive the team to innovate and improve existing systems, leveraging data and user feedback to make informed decisions. You will champion best practices in software development and foster a culture of experimentation and learning within your team. By collaborating closely with other departments, you will ensure that the engineering efforts align with Coursera's mission to make education accessible to everyone.
What we offer
Coursera offers a flexible remote work environment, allowing you to choose how and where you work best. You will be part of a globally distributed team that values diversity and inclusion, and you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of education. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. Join us in our mission to transform lives through learning and help shape the future of education on a global scale.
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