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About Wikimedia

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Key Highlights

  • Operates Wikipedia, serving over 1.5 billion unique devices monthly
  • Headquartered in San Francisco, California
  • Funded by millions of individual donations averaging $15
  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization

The Wikimedia Foundation is the nonprofit organization behind Wikipedia, the world's largest online encyclopedia, and other free knowledge projects. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Wikimedia operates with a mission to provide free access to knowledge for everyone. The foundation relies o...

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Wikimedia offers a flexible remote work policy, generous PTO, and a commitment to employee well-being. Employees also have access to professional deve...

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Wikimedia

Engineering Manager Lead

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Overview

Wikimedia is seeking an Engineering Manager for the Wikidata Platform team to lead the development of scalable query infrastructure. You'll guide technical leadership and team management while collaborating with cross-functional partners. This role requires strong leadership skills and experience in engineering management.

Job Description

Who you are

You have a proven track record in engineering management, with experience leading teams in the development of complex software systems. Your technical background allows you to guide your team effectively, ensuring high-quality delivery and fostering an inclusive culture. You understand the importance of collaboration and have experience working closely with product, SRE, and data teams to achieve shared goals.

You possess strong strategic planning skills, enabling you to align engineering efforts with organizational priorities and current business trends. Your ability to analyze diverse situations and data helps you make informed decisions that benefit both the team and the broader Wikimedia ecosystem. You are committed to creating a supportive environment where engineers can thrive and contribute to impactful projects.

What you'll do

As the Engineering Manager for the Wikidata Platform team, you will lead the development and execution of the Wikidata Query Service and related platform services. Your role will involve guiding your team in delivering scalable, reliable, and sustainable query infrastructure that meets the needs of millions of users and contributors worldwide. You will be responsible for addressing diverse challenges and ensuring timely, high-quality engineering delivery.

You will collaborate closely with your Product and Tech Lead counterparts to shape the future of Wikidata's query capabilities. This includes fostering an inclusive engineering culture and supporting your team's professional growth through mentorship and career development initiatives. You will also engage in strategic planning to align engineering efforts with the Wikimedia Foundation's mission and goals.

What we offer

Wikimedia offers a fully remote work environment, allowing you to collaborate with a diverse team from anywhere. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the global open knowledge ecosystem while working on innovative projects that benefit users worldwide. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

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