
About Firstup
Transforming workplace communication for better engagement
Key Highlights
- Over 40% of Fortune 100 companies as customers
- Surpassed $100M in annual recurring revenue
- 2023 HR Tech Award winner for Employee Experience
- Headquartered in San Francisco, CA
Firstup is a leading workplace communication platform headquartered in the Financial District of San Francisco, CA. Trusted by over 40% of the Fortune 100, Firstup integrates seamlessly with HR systems to enhance employee engagement and productivity. The company has surpassed $100M in annual recurri...
🎁 Benefits
Firstup offers fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees, plus 70% for dependents. Employees enjoy flexible time off, 12 weeks of ...
🌟 Culture
Firstup fosters a culture focused on enhancing employee experience through innovative communication solutions. The company prioritizes hybrid and remo...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Firstup is seeking a Senior Manager of Software Engineering to lead the delivery of AI-enabled web applications for their SaaS platform. You'll manage a team of engineers and ensure high standards for scalability and quality. This role requires strong technical leadership and people management skills.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering and have spent several years leading teams in delivering high-quality software solutions. Your experience includes managing geographically distributed teams and fostering a collaborative engineering culture. You are results-oriented and understand the importance of aligning engineering efforts with business goals. You have a passion for improving the employee experience through technology and are excited about the impact your work can have on millions of users.
You are technically proficient and have a solid understanding of web application development, particularly in the context of SaaS platforms. While hands-on coding is preferred, you are equally comfortable engaging in technical design discussions and code reviews. You prioritize scalability, reliability, security, and quality in all engineering solutions. You are a strategic thinker who can balance technical and operational responsibilities effectively.
What you'll do
In this role, you will lead a team of 8-10 software and quality engineers, guiding them in the development of customer-facing applications hosted on AWS. You will be responsible for ensuring that the engineering team delivers enterprise-grade products that meet the needs of hundreds of enterprise customers. You will engage in technical design and code reviews, providing feedback to ensure high standards are maintained. Your leadership will help cultivate a strong engineering culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams to align engineering efforts with customer needs and business objectives. You will also be involved in operational ownership, ensuring that the products your team builds are not only functional but also maintainable and scalable. Your role will require you to be a mentor and coach to your team members, helping them grow in their careers while delivering exceptional value to customers.
What we offer
At Firstup, you will be part of a mission-driven organization that values innovation and teamwork. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development. You will have the chance to work on cutting-edge technology that impacts the employee experience for millions of users. Join us in making work better for every worker.
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